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© CGB
Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina IVNONI CONS AVG
| Silver | 2.59 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 267-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289637 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Doe, walking right.
Officina in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering: IVNONI CONS AVG
Unabridged legend: Iuno Conservatrix Augusti.
Translation: Juno the protectress of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Cornelia Salonina, the wife of Emperor Gallienus, who was known for her beauty and intelligence. She was a powerful and influential figure during her husband's reign, and her image on this coin reflects her importance in Roman society at the time.
