Antoninianus - Gallienus SOLI CONS AVG
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pegasus, right, springing heaven-ward. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI CONS AVG
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Translation:
Soli Conservatori Augusti.
Sol, protector of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) and was used throughout the Roman Empire. It was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The coin's design featured an image of the emperor on one side and the Roman goddess Sol on the other, with the inscription "SOLI CONS AVG" meaning "by the authority of the sun god." This coin was an important part of the Roman economy and was used for everyday transactions, as well as for trade and commerce. It's interesting to note that the Antoninianus was also used as a form of propaganda, as it helped to promote the image of the emperor and the Roman Empire's power and influence.
