Antoninianus - Gallienus SISCIA AVG; Siscia
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Numista | N#289343 |
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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.