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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Numerian VENERI VICTRICI; Venus
| Gold | 5.6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and apple in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI VICTRICI
Translation:
Veneri Victrici.
To Venus, the victorious.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Numerian (VENERI VICTRICI; Venus) coin is that it features a unique depiction of the goddess Venus on its reverse side. While most coins of this era depicted the emperor or other deities, this coin showcases Venus standing left, holding a apple and a mirror, symbolizing beauty and victory. This design choice highlights the importance of Venus in Roman mythology and culture, and it's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from others of its time.
