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© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Valerianus PROVIDENTIA AVGG; Providentia
| Gold | 3.1 g | - |
| 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 |
| Years | 255-256 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVGG
Translation:
Providentia Duorum Augustorum.
Foresight of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Valerianus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD), who was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige. The coin's obverse features an image of Valerian's portrait, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Providentia, who represents the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune. The coin's inscription, "PROVIDENTIA AVGG," translates to "Providence of the Augusti," highlighting the Roman Empire's belief in the divine guidance of their rulers.
