Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina SALVS AVGG; Salus
| 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#289603 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding out of patera in right hand serpent rising from altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGG
Translation:
Salus Duorum Augustorum.
Health of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 256-257 AD, during the reign of Emperor Valerian, who was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to stabilize the empire's economy. Despite these efforts, the empire was facing numerous challenges, including inflation, corruption, and external threats. The coin's design, featuring the image of Salus, the goddess of safety and well-being, may have been intended to promote a sense of stability and security during this tumultuous period.
