Antoninianus - Gallienus NEPTVNO CONS AVG
| 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#288775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hippocamp or capricorn, right. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEPTVNO CONS AVG
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Translation:
Neptuno Conservatori Augusti.
To Neptune, the protector of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (NEPTVNO CONS AVG) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features an interesting design, with the emperor's portrait on one side and the god Neptune on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.
