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Antoninianus - Gallienus SECVRIT PERPET; Securitas
| Silver | 2.3 g | 17 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 | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, sometimes holding sceptre in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT PERPET
Translation:
Securitas Perpetua.
To perpetual security.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.81–3.12 g;Diameter varies: 16–18.75 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 a 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 PERPET" 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.
