Antoninianus - Gallienus LVNA LVCIF; Diana
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#288755 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing right, holding torch in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LVNA LVCIF
Translation:
Luna Lucifera.
Luna, the bringer of light.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and Diana was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the Roman Empire's military victories and ideals. The coin's design, which includes an image of the goddess Diana on the reverse, may have been intended to emphasize the importance of the Roman Empire's military prowess and its association with the gods.