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Aureus - Vitellius VICTORIA IMP GERMANICI; Victory
69 year| Gold | 7.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA IMP GERMANICI
Translation:
Victoria Imperatori Germanici
Victory of the supreme commander (imperator) over the Germans.
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vitellius (VICTORIA IMP GERMANICI; Victory) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Germanic influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) holding a trophy and a palm branch, while the reverse side features the Roman Emperor Vitellius (69 AD) with a radiate crown and a scepter. This blending of cultural elements reflects the complex political and cultural dynamics of the Roman Empire during this time period.
