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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG I MIN VI P VI F; Minerva
258 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 258 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG I MIN VI P VI F
Translation:
Legio Prima Minervia, Sextum Pia, Sextum Fidelis.
First legion of Minerva, pious for the sixth time, faithful for the sixth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.58–3.38 g;Diameter varies: 21.3–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Minerva on the reverse, was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD). It's interesting to note that Gallienus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige, which had been weakened by previous emperors. The coin's design, featuring Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and war, may have been a nod to Gallienus' military prowess and his efforts to promote wisdom and strategic thinking within the empire.
