Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P VIIII COS IIII P P
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 261-268 |
| 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#289089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, veiled, togate, sacrificing out of patera held in right hand at altar, left, holding short sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P VIIII COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
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 260 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and even made significant reforms to the Roman military and administration. The coin is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.