As - Valerianus II PRINCIPI IVVENT S C
255 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Year | 255 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Valerian II, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENT S C
Unabridged legend: Principi Juventutis. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Prince of the youth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin As - Valerianus II (PRINCIPI IVVENT S C) (255) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features the image of Valerianus II, while the reverse (back) side features the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, which was a common motif in Greek coinage. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse and multicultural nature of the Roman Empire during its time.
