Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P III COS III P P; Sol
255 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 255 |
| 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#286583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P III COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (P M TR P III COS III P P; Sol) and was minted in Rome during the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD), is notable for its unique design. The obverse (front) side of the coin features a radiate and cuirassed bust of Gallienus, while the reverse (back) side depicts a personification of the Sun god, Sol, standing left and holding a globe. This design was a departure from the traditional Roman coinage design, which typically featured the emperor's portrait on the obverse and a deity or other symbol on the reverse. The use of Sol on the reverse of this coin may have been intended to emphasize Gallienus' association with the sun and his role as the bringer of light and prosperity to the empire.
