Antoninianus - Gallienus INDVLG AVG; Spes
| 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#288679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
INDVLG AVG
Δ
Translation:
Indulgentia Augusti.
Indulgence of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) and was used throughout the Roman Empire. It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the image of the emperor on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other. The coin was used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the Roman economy. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was one of the first coins to feature a Roman emperor with a beard. Prior to Gallienus, Roman emperors were typically depicted clean-shaven, but Gallienus sported a beard, which was seen as a symbol of wisdom and power. This departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors was a significant change in the iconography of Roman coinage and reflected the growing influence of Eastern culture on Roman art and society.
