Antoninianus - Gallienus PIETAS AVG; Pietas
| 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#288801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, wheel.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVG
Translation:
Pietas Augusti.
Piety of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and the goddess Pietas was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period remained remarkably consistent in terms of design and quality, with the Antoninianus being a prime example. It features a beautiful depiction of Pietas, the goddess of duty and devotion, on the reverse, and Gallienus on the obverse, highlighting the importance of these values during a time of crisis.