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Antoninianus - Victorinus SALVS AVG
| Bronze | 3.20 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Victorinus (269-271) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 269-270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.20 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#60798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Salus standing right, feeding serpent in arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG
Translation:
Salus Augusti
(Health of the August)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Victorinus coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil and political instability in the Roman Empire. The Gallic Empire, which was a breakaway state from the Roman Empire, minted this coin during the reign of Victorinus, who was a usurper emperor. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor, Salus Augustus, on one side, indicating the continued influence of Roman culture and authority. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political dynamics of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (269-270) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Victorinus (SALVS AVG) (269-270) coin.
