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#288687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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 minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) and was used throughout the Roman Empire. It was made of silver and was considered a standard circulation coin during that time. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and an image of the emperor Gallienus on the other. This coin was used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the Roman economy.
