Denarius - Pescennius Niger VICTORIAE; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Pescennius Niger (193-194) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Lettering: VICTORIAE
Translation:
Victoriae.
To victory.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Pescennius Niger (VICTORIAE; Victory) coin was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Syria, which was a period of rival claimants to the throne. Despite the instability, the coin still bears the image of Victory, indicating the importance of this concept in Roman culture and the desire to project an image of strength and power, even during times of uncertainty.