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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus LAETITIA AVG; Laetitia
| Silver | 3.7 g | 20 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG
IV
Translation:
Laetitia Augusti.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.64–5.27 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–22.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus and the goddess Laetitia on its reverse, was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in Rome between 260 and 268 AD, during a period known as the "Crisis of the Third Century," when the empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions, civil wars, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period remained relatively consistent, with the Antoninianus denomination being introduced during the reign of Gallienus as a replacement for the earlier denarius. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Roman Empire during a time of great upheaval.
