© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Valerianus VICTORIA AVGG S C; Victory
| Bronze | 15 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-255 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing or walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGG S C
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.35–16.56 g;Diameter varies: 25–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage, particularly during the reign of Valerianus. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The use of Victory on coins also served as a way to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and to reinforce the notion that the Roman Empire was the dominant power of its time.
