Antoninianus - Gallienus Diana
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288751 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing right, holding torch in both hands.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (Diana) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period remained consistent, with the Antoninianus denomination being introduced during the reign of Gallienus (260-268 AD) as a replacement for the earlier denarius. The fact that the coin was made of silver is significant, as it reflects the ongoing debasement of the Roman currency during this time, with the silver content of the coins gradually decreasing over the years.