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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus LAETITIA AVG; Laetitia
| Silver | 3.7 g | 21 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 | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG
S
Translation:
Laetitia Augusti.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.91–6.04 g;Diameter varies: 19–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and Laetitia was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design reflects this, as it features the emperor Gallienus on one side and the personification of Laetitia (or "Happiness") on the other. This coin was issued as part of a broader effort to reform the Roman currency and stabilize the empire's economy, which had been struggling due to inflation, debasement of the currency, and other factors. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and highly valued form of currency throughout the Roman Empire during this period.
