© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Aureus - Quietus VICTORIA AVGG; Antioch
| Gold | 4.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Eastern provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Quietus (260-261) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-261 |
| Value | Aureus |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Quietus (VICTORIA AVGG; Antioch) (260-261) coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Eastern provinces. Despite the political instability, the coin still bears the image of the emperor Quietus, indicating that he was recognized as the legitimate ruler of the Eastern provinces, at least for a brief period. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex history of the Roman Empire and the various factions that vied for power during that time.
