Antoninianus - Gallienus LAETITIA AVG; Mediolanum
| Bronze | 2.43 g | 18 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 | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#264753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Laetitia standing left holding wreath and anchor
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA AVG
Comment
It is similar to RIV V.1 226 but differs in style(see http://www.wildwinds.com/coins/ric/gallienus/t.html?fbclid=IwAR3gZeBtKAzZTgKnQzvF1q8vnQmMXx59s2Z-hvD_RSDPB36dO6K2aHSiIUI)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Laetitia (also known as Letizia) on one side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Gallienus. Laetitia was a goddess of happiness, prosperity, and good fortune, and her image was often used to convey the idea of a prosperous and happy reign. The use of Laetitia on this coin may suggest that Gallienus was trying to promote a sense of optimism and well-being among his subjects, despite the challenges and conflicts that the Roman Empire faced during his reign.
