© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus CONSERVATOR AVG; Asclepius
| Silver | 4 g | 21 mm |
| 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 |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Asclepius, bare to waist, standing left, leaning on serpent-entwined staff.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERVATOR AVG
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing, on its reverse side. This suggests that the Roman Empire, which was known for its military conquests and political power, also placed a strong emphasis on health and wellness. The inclusion of Asclepius on the coin may have been a way to promote the importance of health and medicine during a time when diseases and illnesses were common and often deadly. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, may have symbolized the value placed on health and the efforts taken to protect and promote it.
