Antoninianus - Gallienus ORIENS AVGG; Sol
| 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#288945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, holding globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ORIENS AVGG
Translation:
Oriens Duorum Augustorum.
The rising sun of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (ORIENS AVGG; Sol) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered to be one of the first coins to feature a Roman emperor with a beard. Prior to this, Roman emperors were typically depicted clean-shaven on coins. This change in depiction may have been a reflection of the increasing influence of Eastern cultures on Roman art and fashion during this time period.