Antoninianus - Gallienus LEG XIII GEM VI P VI F; Victory
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#286405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; meeting lion.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEG XIII GEM VI P VI F
Translation:
Legio Tertia Decima Gemina, Sextum Pia, Sextum Fidelis.
Thirteenth 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
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (258-268 AD) and the goddess Victory, was part of a significant monetary reform implemented by Gallienus during his reign. He introduced a new silver-based currency system to replace the previous debased currency, which had been affected by inflation and excessive minting. The Antoninianus was one of the new coin denominations introduced during this reform, and it was meant to be equal to 20 sestertii or one-fourth of a gold solidus. This reform aimed to stabilize the Roman Empire's economy and restore confidence in its currency.