Sestertius - Gallienus VIRTVS AVG
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Gallienus (VIRTVS AVG) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the bust of Emperor Gallienus, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of the goddess Victory (VIRTVS AVG) standing on the prow of a ship, with a dolphin jumping out of the water beneath her. This combination of Roman imperial imagery and Greek mythological symbols reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
