Quinarius - Gallienus VICT GERMANICA; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 258-259 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing on globe; flanked on each side by captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT GERMANICA
Translation:
Victoria Germanica.
Victory over the Germans.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Gallienus and the Victory (VICT GERMANICA) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was minted during the Gothic War (258-259 AD), which was a series of conflicts between the Romans and the Goths, a Germanic tribe. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the resilience and skill of the Roman mint workers.