© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina IVNONI CONS AVG
| Silver | 3 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Cornelia Salonina (Julia Cornelia Salonina) (254-268) |
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Doe, walking left.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
IVNONI CONS AVG
-/-//Δ
Translation:
Iuno Conservatrix Augusti.
Juno the protectress of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.09–3.7 g;Diameter varies: 18–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 intelligence, beauty, and influence. She played an important role in Roman politics during her husband's reign and was revered as a powerful and respected figure in Roman society. Her image on the coin is a testament to her significance and highlights the important role that women played in Roman culture and society.
