Denarius - Valerianus II (PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS) (254-255) front Denarius - Valerianus II (PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS) (254-255) back
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Denarius - Valerianus II PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS

 
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Description
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
254-255
Value
Denarius (½)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#289828
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Valerian II, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS

Unabridged legend: Principi Juventutis.

Translation: To the prince of the youth.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Valerianus II (PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS) (254-255) coin is that it features a rare reverse design, depicting the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a rudder. This design was only used during Valerian's reign and is considered one of the most iconic and sought-after designs among Roman coin collectors.