© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ 30 - Trebonianus Gallus and Volusianus Antioch
| Bronze | 18.84 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.84 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#186667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Tetrastyle temple of Tyche of Antioch, river-god Orontes swimming at her feet; above shrine, ram leaping right, head left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ANTIOXEΩN MHTΡO KOΛΩN Δ E SC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the images of two Roman emperors, Trebonianus Gallus and Volusianus, who ruled together for a brief period in the 3rd century AD. This coin was minted during their co-rule, which lasted from 251 to 253 AD, and it highlights the unique political situation of the time, where two emperors shared power simultaneously.