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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus PAX FVNDATA
| Silver | 3.3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Trophy between two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX FVNDATA
Translation:
Pax Fundata.
Peace established.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.28–3.37 g;Diameter varies: 20.65–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Gallienus (260-268 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature the goddess Pax (Peace) on its reverse side. The inscription "PAX FVNDATA" on the coin means "Founded Peace," which was a reference to the peace treaty that Gallienus had signed with the Goths, ending a period of conflict and establishing a period of relative peace in the empire. This coin is considered a symbol of the Roman Empire's desire for peace and stability during a time of turmoil and conflict.
