Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG X GEM VI P VI F
258 year| Silver | 2.8 g | 22 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 | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG X GEM VI P VI F
Translation:
Legio Decima Gemina, Sextum Pia, Sextum Fidelis.
Tenth legion of the twins, pious for the sixth time, faithful for the sixth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols on its reverse side. The reverse depicts a legendary she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus, the twin brothers who founded Rome, surrounded by a radiate crown and the letters "Roma." This symbolism represents the city of Rome's foundation myth and its connection to the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 2.8 grams make it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists.