© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Quinarius - Gallienus VIRTVS AVGG
| Silver | 8.2 g | - |
| 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 | 257-258 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Gallienus (VIRTVS AVGG) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige after a period of turmoil. The coin's design features a portrait of Gallienus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the emperor's military victories and the empire's renewed strength. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not widely used in circulation and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
