Antoninianus - Gallienus Jupiter
| 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#289459 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (Jupiter) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon. This particular coin is interesting because it shows Jupiter, the king of the gods, holding a lightning bolt and a scepter, symbols of his power and authority. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that Gallienus, as the Roman emperor, was divinely appointed and had the blessing of the gods.