Antoninianus - Galerius ORIENS AVGG; Sol
| 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#306760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, walking left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ORIENS AVGG
-/-//B
Translation:
Oriens Duorum Augustorum.
The rising sun of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Galerius (ORIENS AVGG; Sol) and was minted in Rome between 295-294 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features an interesting combination of imagery on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side depicts a radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Galerius, while the reverse side shows Sol standing left, holding a globe and a scepter. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors of ancient Roman coins.