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#288578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking right, holding globe in right hand and spear 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, and its existence provides valuable insights into the economic, political, and social conditions of the Roman Empire during that time period.
