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Antoninianus - Gallienus APOLLINI CONS AVG
| Silver | 2.7 g | 21 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Griffin, walking right or left, or seated right or left. Officina mark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
APOLLINI CONS AVG
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Translation:
Apollo Conservatori Augusti.
Apollo the protector of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.64–3.57 g;Diameter varies: 18–24 mm;
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 issue coins like the Antoninianus, which were used for trade and commerce. The coin's design features the image of Apollo, the Roman god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, which reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during that time.
