Antoninianus - Gallienus APOLLO CONSER; Apollo
| Silver | 4 g | - |
| 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 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, standing left, holding lyre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLLO CONSER
Translation:
Apollo Conservatori.
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 depiction of the Roman god Apollo on the reverse side. Apollo was considered the god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, among other things, and was a prominent deity in Roman mythology. The coin's design featuring Apollo highlights the importance of Roman mythology and religion during the time of the Roman Empire.