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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus VIRTVS AVGG
| Silver | 3.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Valerianus (256-255 AD), was a significant departure from previous Roman coins in terms of its design. It featured a new portrait style that showed the emperor with a more naturalistic and individualized representation, rather than the traditional idealized image. This change in design was a result of the influence of the Renaissance movement, which emphasized realism and humanism. The coin's design also included intricate details such as the emperor's regalia and the Roman imperial eagle, which symbolized the power and authority of the Roman Empire.
