Antoninianus - Gallienus FELICIT AVG; Felicitas
| 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#288650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding caduceus in right hand and globe in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICIT AVG
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Translation:
Felicitas Augusti.
The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (FELICIT AVG; Felicitas) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features an interesting design, with the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Felicitas on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.
