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Antoninianus - Gallienus SALVS AVG; Rome
| Silver | 2.26 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265-267 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.26 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#222599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus standing right, holding a snake in right hand and feeding him with a patera in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG, XII
Translation: The Health of the Augustus
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin is that it was introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 265 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, but it was also smaller and lighter, making it more convenient for everyday transactions. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the Antoninianus remained in circulation for over a century and became a staple of Roman commerce.
