© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Gallienus SALVS AVG; Asclepius
| Silver | 3.9 g | 20 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Asclepius, bare to waist, standing left, resting right hand on hip and holding serpent-entwined staff in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
MP
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.75–5.04 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus and Asclepius is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess of health, Salus, on the reverse side. Salus is shown standing left, holding a snake and a patera (a shallow dish used for rituals), symbolizing the healing powers of the goddess. This imagery was particularly relevant during the reign of Gallienus, who was known for his efforts to promote the health and well-being of the Roman people during a time of great turmoil and conflict. The coin's design serves as a testament to the importance of health and the role of the Roman gods in promoting it.
