Antoninianus - Gallienus Diana
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#288757 |
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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, known as the Crisis of the Third Century. This period saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the empire's stability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this era, including the Antoninianus, continued to be minted with high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, showcasing the resilience and skill of the Roman minting process.