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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus VIRTVS AVGG
| Silver | 3.5 g | 21 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 | 255-256 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Valerian and Gallienus, standing face to face, one holding a spear in right hand and globe in left hand, the other holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.82–4.18 g;Diameter varies: 18–22.7 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus (VIRTVS AVGG) and was minted in Rome between 255-256 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and weighs 3.5 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin's design features an image of Valerianus on one side and a variety of symbols and gods on the other, including the goddess Victory and the Roman goddess of the hearth, Vesta. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors of ancient Roman coins.
