Antoninianus - Galerius COMES AVGG; Minerva
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (293-305) |
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295-294 |
| 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#306747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMES AVGG
-/-//A
Translation:
Comes Duorum Augustorum.
Companion of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Galerius (COMES AVGG; Minerva) and was minted in Rome between 295-294 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for those interested in ancient Roman numismatics. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver adds to its rarity and value, as silver coins were not as commonly produced during this time period.