Antoninianus - Gallienus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#289132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver, but its value was set at 20% higher than the denarius, which meant that it was devalued compared to the older currency. This devaluation was a result of the economic struggles the Roman Empire was facing at the time, including inflation, debasement of the currency, and a decline in trade. Despite its lower value, the Antoninianus remained in circulation for over a century and was an important part of the Roman economy during that time.
