Antoninianus - Valerianus VOTIS DECENNALIBVS
| Silver | 3.6 g | 20 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 | 253-258 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed within laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTIS DECENNALIBVS
Translation:
Votis Decennalibus.
Vows (prayers) for ten years of rule.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 258 AD. The coin's design features the emperor's image on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military victories and power. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.6 grams also reflect the value and standardization of currency during that time period.
