Antoninianus - Gallienus LIBERT AVG; Libertas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#288744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding cap in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERT AVG
S
Translation:
Libertas Augusti.
Freedom of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and the goddess Libertas is notable for its unique design, as it depicts Libertas with a bare breast, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of female figures on Roman coins. This design choice was likely intended to symbolize the idea of liberty and freedom, which was an important theme during Gallienus' reign.
