Antoninianus - Gallienus RESTITVTOR ORBIS
| Silver | 2.8 g | 21 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 | 257-258 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Gallienus, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and raising kneeling figure with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR ORBIS
Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (RESTITVTOR ORBIS) on one side and a radiate crown on the other, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's estimated that only around 200-300 of these coins exist today, making it a highly sought-after piece for anyone interested in ancient Roman numismatics.
