© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina VESTA AETERNA; Vesta
| Silver | 2.9 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 258-259 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Vesta, draped, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA AETERNA
Translation:
Vesta Aeterna.
Eternal Vesta.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.38–3.21 g;Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
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, specifically during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD). Despite the challenges faced by the empire, including constant invasions and internal conflicts, the coinage during this period remained remarkably consistent in terms of design and quality. The fact that this coin was made of silver and weighs 2.9 grams is a testament to the empire's continued commitment to producing high-quality currency, even during times of crisis.
