Antoninianus - Gallienus APOLLO CONSERVA; Apollo
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-258 |
| 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#286622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, standing left, holding laurel-branch in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLLO CONSERVA
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 unique design, as it depicts the Roman emperor Gallienus holding a scepter and standing next to a statue of Apollo. This image symbolizes the unity of the Roman Empire and the power of the emperor, as well as the importance of Apollo as a god of wisdom, music, and prophecy in Roman mythology. The coin's design also features the inscription "APOLLO CONSERVA," which translates to "Apollo, protector of the city," further emphasizing the significance of Apollo in Roman culture.