Antoninianus - Gallienus FORT REDVX; Fortuna
| Silver | 2.9 g | 17 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORT REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (FORT REDVX; Fortuna) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and weighs 2.9 grams, which was a significant weight for coins during that time period. The coin's design features Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on the reverse side, which adds to its historical and cultural significance.
