Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG V MAC VII P VIII F; Victory
| 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 |
| Years | 259-258 |
| 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#286468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right or left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; at her feet, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG V MAC VII P VIII F
Translation:
Legio Quinta Macedonica, Septimum Pia, Octavum Fidelis.
Fifth Macedonian legion, pious for the seventh time, faithful for the eighth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was the Roman Emperor from 253 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. 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.