Quinarius - Gallienus VICTORIA AVGG; 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 | 255-256 |
| 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#286805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin was used to pay soldiers and was worth 1/5 of a denarius, which was the standard unit of payment for Roman soldiers. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. The coin's design features the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the obverse (front side), symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories. The reverse (back side) of the coin features a military trophy, which further emphasizes the coin's connection to the military. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signifies its value and importance in the Roman economy.