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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Valerianus VICTORIA AVGG S C; Victory
| Bronze | 21 g | 30.5 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 | 21 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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: 20.95–21.05 g;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 goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance.
