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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina PVDICITIA; Pudicitia
| Silver | 3.08 g | 20.17 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 | 3.08 g |
| Diameter | 20.17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, draped, seated left, raising veil with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand. Mintmark in Officina.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PVDICITIA
Unabridged legend: Pudicitia.
Translation: Purity.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.16–4.03 g;Diameter varies: 18–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina, minted between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists. It's estimated that only around 200-300 of these coins exist today, making it a highly sought-after piece of Roman Empire history.
