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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus AETERNITAS AVG; Saturn
| Silver | 3.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 267-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saturn, veiled, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AETERNITAS AVG
PXV
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.03–3.39 g;Diameter varies: 20.6–20.8 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saturn, the Roman god of agriculture and wealth, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was promoting agriculture and economic prosperity. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition indicates that it was a valuable and widely accepted form of currency during this period.
