Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina ORIENS AVGG; Apollo
| 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 | 257-258 |
| 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#289572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, standing left, holding globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ORIENS AVGG
Translation:
Oriens Duorum Augustorum.
The rising sun of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina and Apollo (ORIENS AVGG; Apollo) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD), who faced numerous challenges during his rule, including constant invasions, internal strife, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period continued to be of high quality, with beautiful designs and intricate details, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
