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 | 253-256 |
| 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#286217 |
|---|---|
| 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 Valerianus, who was emperor from 253 to 256 AD, and it was a time of constant wars, plagues, and economic troubles. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like this one, which showcase the empire's artistic and cultural achievements.
