Quinarius - Numerian VENERI VICTRICI; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| 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#298503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and raising robe on shoulder with 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 - Numerian coin featuring Venus (Veneri Victriici) 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. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the Quinarius - Numerian coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. This coin is a testament to the advanced minting techniques and artistic skills of the Roman Empire during that period.