Antoninianus - Gallienus CONCOR LEGG; Concordia
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#286368 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCOR LEGG
Translation:
Concordia Legionis.
Harmony of the legions.
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 Roman Empire's first empress, Salonina. She was the wife of Gallienus and played a significant role in his reign, even accompanying him on military campaigns. Her image on the coin highlights her importance in Roman history and marks a significant departure from previous empresses, who were often relegated to minor roles in coinage and other forms of imperial propaganda.