Antoninianus - Gallienus ABVNDANTIA AVG; Abundantia
| 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#289427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, recumbent left, resting on urn and holding flowers. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ABVNDANTIA AVG
SPQR
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti.
Imperial abundance.
Comment
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 time of economic instability.