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Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P XIII C VI P P
| Silver | 2.68 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion, radiate, walking left, sometimes bull's head between paws of lion. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P XIII C VI P P
(palm-branch right)
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Decima, Consul Sextum Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 13th time, consul for the sixth 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 issue coins like the Antoninianus, which were used for trade and commerce. The coin's design features the image of Gallienus on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the empire's power and influence.
