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Antoninianus - Gallienus INDVLGENTIA AVG
| Silver | 2.77 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265-266 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.77 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#96342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Indulgentia (Indulgence) standing left, leaning on a column to the right, holding a staff in her right hand, a cornucopia in her left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INDVLGENTIA AVG
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (INDVLGENTIA AVG) and was minted in Rome between 265-266 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and weighs 2.77 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin's design features an image of Gallienus on one side and a depiction of the Roman goddess Indulgentia on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.
