Antoninianus - Gallienus FORTVNA REDVX; Mercury
| Silver | 3.6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-254 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mercury, nude except for cloak draped over left arm, standing left, holding purse in right hand and caduceus in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA 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 (FORTVNA REDVX; Mercury) and was minted in Rome between 256-254 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for those interested in ancient Roman numismatics.