Antoninianus - Valerianus VOTA ORBIS; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, affixing shield inscribed S C onto palm-tree.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA ORBIS
Translation:
Vota Orbis.
The vows (prayers) of the city.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus and the goddess Victory, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Valerian I, who ruled from 253 to 260 AD, and his son Gallienus, who ruled from 253 to 268 AD. During their reign, the Roman Empire faced numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the empire.
