Antoninianus - Gallienus AET AVG; Sol
| 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#289098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, nude except for cloak over shoulders, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AET AVG
MT
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a silver coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD. It was a significant improvement over the previous silver coin, the Denarius, which had been debased and lost value over time. The Antoninianus was made of pure silver and had a higher silver content than the Denarius, making it a more valuable and reliable currency. It was used widely throughout the Roman Empire and remained in circulation for over a century, indicating its importance and longevity as a currency.
