© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Gallienus RESTITVT GENER HVMANI
| Silver | 3.5 g | 22 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 | 255-256 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, walking right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVT GENER HVMANI
Translation:
Restitutor Generis Humani.
Restorer of humankind.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.27–3.9 g;Diameter varies: 21–23 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military strength. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVT GENER HVMANI," translates to "Restorer of the Human Race," which reflects Gallienus' vision for the empire's renewal and prosperity. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during his reign, including external threats and internal strife, Gallienus' reforms and military victories helped to stabilize the empire and pave the way for its continued existence.
