Gallic Empire Antoninianus - Victorinus, 270 – 271
PROVIDENTIA AVG
Information
Country
Gallic Empire
Currency
Antoninianus
(260 – 274)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Antoninianus
Year
270 – 271
Ruler
Victorinus
(269–271)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.8
Diameter (mm)
21
Thickness (mm)
2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Antoninianus from Gallic Empire. Issued from 270 to 271. Struck in Billon. Measures 21 mm and weighs 3.8 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate, cuirassed bust right (IMP(erator) C(aesar) VICTORINUS P(ius) F(elix) AUG(ustus) = the pius (dutiful) and fortunate (happy) emperor Caesar Victorinus)
- Reverse
- Providence standing left, holding cornucopia in left hand and baton (wand) in right hand pointing at globe at feet (PROVIDENTIA AUG(usti) = providence (foresight) of the emperor)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | f | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (270-271) | — | € 4,40 | € 22,00 | (fr) Cologne |
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