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Antoninianus - Gallienus SECVRIT AVG; Securitas
| Silver | 3.6 g | 22.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, raising right hand to head.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT AVG
Translation:
Securitas Augusti.
Safety of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.43–3.86 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was the Roman Emperor from 260 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and secure its borders, which is reflected in the coin's design that features the goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse side. The coin's obverse side features the emperor's portrait, which was a common design element in Roman coins during that time.
