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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG III ITAL VI P VI F
258 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 21.5 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stork, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG III ITAL VI P VI F
Translation:
Legio Tertia Italica, Sextum Pia, Sextum Fidelis.
Third Italian legion, pious for the sixth time, faithful for the sixth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.19–3.58 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal conflicts, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and prosperity, and his coins, like the Antoninianus, remain a testament to the empire's enduring legacy.
