Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI CONS AVG
| 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#288686 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Goat, walking right or left. Officina mark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
IOVI CONS AVG
ς
Unabridged legend: Iovi Conservatori Augusti.
Translation: To Jupiter, the protector of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD, during a time of economic crisis and political instability. It was made of silver, but its purity was lower than that of previous Roman silver coins, which had been debased to pay for military campaigns and other expenses. Despite its lower purity, the Antoninianus remained a widely accepted and popular coin throughout the Roman Empire, and it continued to be used for centuries after its introduction. I hope this fact is helpful and interesting! If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.
