Antoninianus - Volusianus PROVID AVGG; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| 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#284074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVID AVGG
Translation:
Providentia Duorum Augustorum.
Providence of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Volusianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was debased, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic hardship for many Romans. Despite this, the coin still features the image of Providentia, the goddess of foresight and provision, on its reverse side, highlighting the importance of divine guidance and wisdom during difficult times.