Antoninianus - Gallienus PERPETVITATI AVG; Securitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PERPETVITATI AVG
Translation:
Perpetuitati Augusti.
To the perpetuity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was a 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 secure its borders, which is reflected in the coin's inscription "PERPETVITATI AVG," which means "for the perpetuity of the emperor." This coin is a testament to the resilience and endurance of the Roman Empire during a time of great turmoil.
