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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P XII COS V P P; Serapis
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 264-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289378 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Serapis, wearing polos on head, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XII COS V P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Duoecima, Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the twelfth time, consul for the fifth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.19–4.11 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 issue coins like the Antoninianus, which was a standard circulation coin at that time. The coin's design features the image of Serapis, who was a god worshipped in the Roman Empire during that period. The inclusion of Serapis on the coin reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the empire at the time. It's also interesting to note that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal in the ancient world. Overall, the Antoninianus coin provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
