Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina IVNO REGINA; Juno
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Cornelia Salonina (Julia Cornelia Salonina) (254-268) |
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO REGINA
Unabridged legend: Juno Regina.
Translation:
Iunoni Reginae.
To queen Juno.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. At that time, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal conflicts, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period continued to be of high quality, with beautiful designs and intricate details. The Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina is a testament to the artistic and technical skills of the Roman mint workers during this time.
