Sestertius - Valerianus VICTORIA GERM S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 | 256-257 |
| 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#286079 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; sometimes at her feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GERM S C
Translation:
Victoria Germanica. Senatus Consultum.
Victory over the Germans. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Valerianus and the goddess Victory, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Valerianus was emperor from 253 to 260 AD, and his reign was marked by a series of military campaigns and political upheavals. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period, including the Sestertius, remained of high quality and is still highly sought after by collectors today.