Antoninianus - Gallienus PROVI AVG; Providentia
| 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#289181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, globe. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVI AVG
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Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD, during a time of economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. It was made of silver, but its purity was only about 5% compared to the earlier Roman silver coins. Despite its lower silver content, the Antoninianus was still widely accepted as a form of currency throughout the empire. This coin was also known for its unique design, featuring the image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and forward planning, on the reverse side. This design was meant to symbolize the emperor's efforts to restore stability and prosperity to the empire.