Quinarius - Magnia Urbica VENERI VICTRICI; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Magnia Urbica (282-284) |
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| 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#298411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing right, raising robe on shoulder with right hand and holding apple in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI VICTRICI
Translation:
Veneri Victrici.
To Venus, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Magnia Urbica (VENERI VICTRICI; Venus) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Numerian (283-284 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and infrastructure. The coin's design features Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on the obverse (front side), and a Victory on the reverse (back side), symbolizing the empire's military victories and the prosperity brought by peace. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.