Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P VII COS
| 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 |
| Years | 259-258 |
| 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#286474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, seated left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P VII COS
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima, Consul.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the seventh time, consul.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was the Roman Emperor from 253 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including constant invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and even made some significant reforms, such as the creation of a new military system and the establishment of a centralized bureaucracy. The Antoninianus coin was one of the currencies used during his reign and was an important symbol of the Roman Empire's power and influence.