Antoninianus - Gallienus COHH PRAET VII P VI F
| 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 | 259-258 |
| 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#286507 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COHH PRAET VII P VI F
Translation:
Cohortis Praetorianum Septimum Pia, sextum fidelis.
The praetorian cohorts pious for the seventh time and faithful for the sixth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (COHH PRAET VII P VI F) and was minted in Rome between 259-258 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features an interesting design, with the emperor's portrait on one side and a variety of symbols and imagery on the other. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the Roman Empire. Gallienus was emperor during a period of civil war and external threats, and the empire was beginning to decline in power and influence. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period continued to be of high quality and features beautiful designs, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.