Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P XIII C VI P P
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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 was a standard circulation coin at the time. The coin's design features the image of Gallienus on one side and the goddess Rome on the other. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time. Today, the Antoninianus is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
