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Antoninianus - Gallienus ABVNDANTIA AVG; Abundantia
| Silver | 2.5 g | 19.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ABVNDANTIA AVG
B
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti.
Imperial abundance.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.146–4.44 g;Diameter varies: 16.2–23.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and the goddess Abundantia was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing severe inflation, and the value of the Roman currency had decreased significantly. Despite this, the Antoninianus coin remained a popular form of currency and was widely used for trade and commerce. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Roman people during a period of economic instability.
