Antoninianus - Gallienus CONCOR AVGG; Concordia
| 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#286367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCOR AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and the goddess Concordia is notable for its depiction of the emperor wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Apollo. This imagery was used to promote the idea of the emperor as a divine and powerful leader, protected by the gods. Additionally, the inclusion of Concordia on the coin highlights the importance of unity and harmony within the Roman Empire during a time of political instability and conflict.