© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus RESTIT GALLIAR
| Silver | 3.9 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 259-256 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, standing right, raising kneeling woman with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTIT GALLIAR
Translation:
Restitutor Galliarum.
Restorer of Gaul.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.35–4.49 g;Diameter varies: 21.9–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (RESTIT GALLIAR) on one side and a radiate crown on the other, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was produced during the "Crisis of the Third Century," a period of political instability, external threats, and economic disruption that lasted from 235 to 284 AD. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like the Antoninianus, which remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence.
