Antoninianus - Gallienus APOLL CONSERVAT; Apollo
| 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#289291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, standing left, holding laurel-branch in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLL CONSERVAT
Translation:
Apollini Conservatori.
To Apollo the protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and Apollo is notable for its unique design, as it depicts the Roman emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) with a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Apollo. This imagery highlights the emperor's association with the god and his role as the protector of the empire. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features a depiction of Apollo himself, further emphasizing the connection between the emperor and the deity. This coin is a remarkable example of Roman numismatic art and its use in promoting imperial ideology.