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Antoninianus - Gallienus AETERNITAS AVG; Sol
| Silver | 4.6 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 | 260-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, nude except for cloak over shoulders, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AETERNITAS AVG
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Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was the Roman Emperor from 260 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and prosperity, and his coins, like the Antoninianus, remain a testament to the empire's enduring legacy.
