Quinarius Aureus - Gordian III VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
241 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 241 |
| 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#280856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding helmet in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus was a gold coin introduced by the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Gordian III in the 3rd century AD. It was equivalent to 1/40th of a Roman pound or 1/20th of a gold solidus. The coin features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on one side, and an image of Gordian III on the other. The coin was minted in Rome and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. Interestingly, the Quinarius Aureus was the first Roman coin to feature a deity other than the Roman emperor. This was a significant departure from the traditional Roman coinage system, which typically featured images of the emperor or other imperial family members. The inclusion of Venus on the coin reflects the growing influence of Greek culture on Roman society during this period.