Quinarius Aureus - Gallienus VICTORIA AVG II
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Gold Quinarius (25⁄4) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand, crowned by Victory.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG II
Translation:
Victoria Augusti Secunda.
Second victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus was a gold coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD, during a time of economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite the challenges, the coin remained in circulation for over 300 years, indicating its durability and value. Its design features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the obverse (front) side, and the emperor's name and title on the reverse (back) side. The coin's gold content was 90% pure, making it a valuable and sought-after currency during its time.