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Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina VBERITAS AVG or VBERTAS AVG; Uberitas
| Silver | 2.2 g | 17.5 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 | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uberitas, standing left, holding purse in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VBERITAS AVG or VBERTAS AVG
-/-//-
Translation:
Uberitas Augusti.
To the fruitfulness (abundance) of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.38–2.94 g;Diameter varies: 16–18.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who was facing a severe financial crisis due to excessive spending on military campaigns and public works. As a result, the empire was forced to debase its currency, reducing the silver content of the Antoninianus from 50% to 20%. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and remained in circulation throughout the empire. This fact highlights the resilience and adaptability of the Roman economy during a period of significant challenge.
