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 | 267-268 |
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#289397 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, walking right, holding torch. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LVNA LVCIF
PXV
Translation:
Luna Lucifera.
Luna, the bringer of light.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (LVNA LVCIF; Diana) and was minted in Rome between 267-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features the image of the Roman goddess Diana on the reverse side, which adds to its historical and numismatic significance.