Quinarius Aureus - Gallienus VIRTVS AVG; Mars
| 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#288577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus - Gallienus (VIRTVS AVG; Mars) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 260 to 268 AD. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of gold, and it features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, signifying the empire's military prowess and power. The coin's obverse side features an image of Emperor Gallienus, with the inscription "VIRTVS AVG" which means "The Virtue of the Emperor." This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, highly sought after by collectors and historians, and it provides a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.