Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG IIII FL VI P VI F
258 year| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286434 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion, radiate, running right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG IIII FL VI P VI F
Translation:
Legio Quarta Flavia, Sextum Pia, Sextum Fidelis.
Fourth Flavian legion, pious for the sixth time, faithful for the sixth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (LEG IIII FL VI P VI F) and was minted in Rome in 258 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's one of the few coins from the Roman Empire that was made of silver, and its mintage was limited, which makes it even more scarce and valuable. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences, showcasing the cultural exchange that occurred during the Roman Empire's reign.
