🔥 Romano-Gallic Empire - Victorinus AD 269 - 271 - Bi Double Denarius - ex South Petherton Hoard - NGC Ancients Certified XF - Extremely Fine Condition🔥
 
🪙 Bi Double Denarius | ✅ NGC Ancients XF Certified | 📍 ex South Petherton Hoard
 
Step into history with a certified ancient coin from one of Rome’s most turbulent eras. This Billon Double Denarius of Emperor Victorinus, ruler of the short-lived Romano-Gallic Empire, is a tangible link to the third-century crisis that fractured the Roman world.
 
🧑‍🎓 Victorinus ruled a breakaway empire in Gaul during a time of military upheaval and political fragmentation. Though his reign was brief, his coinage remains an enduring symbol of regional power and Roman continuity beyond the traditional capital.
 
🧑‍🎓 Victorinus, full name Marcus Piavonius Victorinus, emerged as emperor of the Romano-Gallic Empire during one of the most chaotic eras in Roman history—the Crisis of the Third Century (AD 235–284). This was a time when the Roman Empire was besieged by internal strife, economic collapse, foreign invasions, and rapid imperial turnover. 
 
Victorinus ruled a breakaway empire in Gaul during a time of military upheaval and political fragmentation. Though his reign was brief, his coinage remains an enduring symbol of regional power and Roman continuity beyond the traditional capital.
 
🏰 The Romano-Gallic Empire: Rome’s Western Shadow
In AD 260, following the capture of Emperor Valerian by the Persians, the Roman provinces of Gaul, Britannia, and Hispania broke away to form an autonomous state—the Romano-Gallic Empire—led initially by Postumus. It was not a rebellion of chaos, but one of pragmatic survival, as Rome struggled to defend its farthest territories.
 
Victorinus came to power after the assassination of Emperor Marius in AD 269. Though not of senatorial rank, Victorinus had risen through the military ranks and was respected as both a capable soldier and charismatic leader.
 
🛡️ Rule, Assassination, and Legend
Victorinus ruled for roughly 18 months, maintaining the integrity of the Gallic Empire amid increasing pressure from both Roman loyalists and Germanic tribes. His coinage, minted in cities like Trier and Cologne, emphasized Roman tradition and legitimacy, depicting him in imperial regalia and invoking classic Roman virtues.
 
🔗 A Tangible Piece of a Tumultuous Legacy
This certified coin from the South Petherton Hoard connects you directly to the upheaval, resilience, and ambition of a provincial empire that dared to stand apart from Rome. Each coin is a witness to civil wars, border defenses, and the lives of soldiers and civilians navigating a collapsing world order.
 
Victorinus’ story—of power, betrayal, and the fierce will to preserve Roman identity—is captured forever in this bi double-denarius.
 
🧾 Coin Specifications
🧔 Emperor: Victorinus
📆 Date Issued: AD 269–271
🪙 Denomination: Double Denarius (Antoninianus)
⚖️ Composition: Billon (base silver alloy)
🏛️ Grading Company: NGC Ancients Certification# 4680469-133
🎖️ Grade: XF (Extremely Fine)
📍 Provenance: ex South Petherton Hoard, Somerset, UK
 
🏺 The South Petherton Hoard
📍 A Late Roman Treasure Unearthed in Somerset, England
Near South Petherton, Somerset, in southwest England—a region with strong Roman-era infrastructure, including roads, villas, and military outposts.
 
📦 Hoard Composition:
Discovered: 2016 (reported under the UK Treasure Act)
Total Coins: Over 1,300 ancient Roman coins, primarily bronze
Dating: Coins range from the late 3rd century to the early 4th century AD
Notable Emperors Represented:
Victorinus (Romano-Gallic Emperor)
Tetricus I & II
Claudius II Gothicus
Postumus
Aurelian
Probus
These coins are mostly Antoniniani and other mid-to-late 3rd century issues, many from the breakaway Gallic Empire that ruled parts of Gaul and Britannia during the Crisis of the Third Century.
 
🔍 Why This Coin Is Special 🔥
✅ Certified Authentic by NGC Ancients
🔎 Exceptional Preservation – XF grade means crisp detail and minimal wear
🏺 Historical Provenance – Excavated from the South Petherton Hoard, adding both value and pedigree
🗡️ Crisis-Era Coinage – Minted during Rome's most unstable period, adding to its collector appeal
 
🔐 Collector Confidence
With full certification from NGC Ancients, you can collect with confidence knowing:
Your coin is genuine and authenticated
Grading standards ensure long-term value
 
🎁 Add to Your Collection
Whether you're a passionate numismatist or a curious investor, this Victorinus Double Denarius is a meaningful addition to any ancient coin collection.
 
🔥 Secure this certified piece of Roman history today. 🔥