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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus Fortuna
| Silver | 2.7 g | 18 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding wreath or rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.23–3.36 g;Diameter varies: 15.5–19.7 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Gallienus (Fortuna) coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 260 to 268 AD. The coin features the goddess Fortuna on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The use of Fortuna on coins was meant to symbolize the idea of good fortune and prosperity for the empire and its citizens.
