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Antoninianus - Gallienus AEQVITAS AVG
263 year| Bronze | 2.52 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 263 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.52 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#223978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Aeqvitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Gallienus (AEQVITAS AVG) coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 263 AD, during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who was facing numerous challenges including constant barbarian invasions, internal power struggles, and a severe economic crisis. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, symbolizing the idea of justice and equality, highlighting the importance of these values in Roman society.
