© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Gallienus RESTITVT ORIENTIS
| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| 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 | 253-254 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Woman (the Orient ?), standing right, presenting wreath to Gallienus, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVT ORIENTIS
Translation:
Restitutor Orientis.
Restorer of the east.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.324–3.382 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gallienus, who was a Roman emperor during a time of great turmoil and military conflict, yet he was known for his efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire. Despite the challenges he faced, he was able to maintain his power for a significant period of time, which is a testament to his leadership abilities.
