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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus INDVLGENT AVG; Indulgentia
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Indulgentia, draped, seated left, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDVLGENT AVG
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Translation:
Indulgentia Augusti.
Indulgence of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.36–4.31 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Roman Empire's currency. The coin's design features an image of Gallienus on one side and the goddess Indulgentia on the other, which suggests that the coin was issued to promote the idea of indulgence or forgiveness, perhaps as a way to appease the gods or to promote unity among the Roman people during a time of conflict.
