Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P VII COS; Minerva
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 259-268 |
| 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#289078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P VII COS
S
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 , which features Gallienus (P M TR P VII COS; Minerva) and was minted in Rome between 259-268 AD, is considered to be one of the most well-known and widely circulated coins of the Roman Empire during that time period. It was minted during a time of great turmoil and change within the empire, with numerous wars, plagues, and political upheavals taking place. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Roman Empire, and its legacy continues to be felt in modern times.