Antoninianus - Gallienus (SISCIA AVG; Siscia) (260-268) front Antoninianus - Gallienus (SISCIA AVG; Siscia) (260-268) back
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Antoninianus - Gallienus SISCIA AVG; Siscia

 
Silver - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#289343
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Siscia, draped, seated left on bank of river (Savus) in which is swimming a river nymph.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SISCIA AVG

Unabridged legend: Siscia Augusti.

Translation: Siscia of the emperor.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (SISCIA AVG; Siscia) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features an interesting design, with the emperor's portrait on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors of ancient Roman coins.