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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Egnatia Mariniana CONSECRATIO
| Silver | 3.1 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Mariniana (Egnatia Mariniana) (circa 253) |
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Mariniana, draped, seated on peacock flying right or left to heaven.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO
Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.538–4.32 g;Diameter varies: 18–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Egnatia Mariniana (CONSECRATIO) was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and his son Gallienus (253-268 AD). It's interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to issue coins like this one, which showcases the image of Egnatia Mariniana, a prominent woman of the time, and highlights the Empire's continued emphasis on trade and commerce.
