Antoninianus - Gallienus P M TR P XVII
268 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 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#289389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion, bull's head between lion's paws. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P XVII
SPQR
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 17th time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the Gallienus, was a silver coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 268 AD. It was a significant improvement over the previous silver coin, the Denarius, which had been debased and lost value over time. The Antoninianus was made of pure silver and had a higher weight and purity than the Denarius, making it a more reliable and valuable currency. It was used throughout the Roman Empire and was an important step in stabilizing the Roman economy during a time of political and economic turmoil.