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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Galerius CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22.5 mm |
| 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 | 293-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Concordiae, draped, standing facing each other, clasping right hands and holding cornucopiae in left hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA AVGG
-/-//B
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.27–4.29 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 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 Galerius (CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia) is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 293-294 AD, a period when the empire was facing economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of artistic and historical significance, showcasing the importance of concordia (harmony) between the emperors and the Roman people.
