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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus SECVRIT ORBIS; Securitas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 21.5 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, raising right hand to head and holding sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRIT ORBIS
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Translation:
Securitas Orbis.
Safety of the world.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.58–4.18 g;Diameter varies: 20–23.75 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 security, which is reflected in the coin's inscription "SECVRIT ORBIS" or "Securitas," which means "security" or "safety" in Latin. This suggests that the coin was issued to promote the idea of security and stability during a time of turmoil.
