Victoriatus (Anonymous; ROMA; no marks on reverse) (211 BC - 208 BC) front Victoriatus (Anonymous; ROMA; no marks on reverse) (211 BC - 208 BC) back
Victoriatus (Anonymous; ROMA; no marks on reverse) (211 BC - 208 BC) photo
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Victoriatus Anonymous; ROMA; no marks on reverse 211 BC - 208 BC

 
Silver (.950) 2.9 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Period
Republic (509 BC - 27 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211 BC - 208 BC
Value
Victoriatus (½)
Currency
Quadrigatus (circa 235-212 BC)
Composition
Silver (.950)
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#61486
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Victory crowning a trophy.
ROMA in exergue.
Line border.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROMA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Victoriatus coin is that it was used as a means of propaganda by the Roman Republic. The coin's design features a depiction of the goddess Victory, which was meant to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and military power. Additionally, the coin's minting was overseen by the Roman Republic's central bank, which helped to ensure its widespread circulation and use throughout the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (211 BC - 208 BC)  - - - - - -

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