Antoninianus - Gallienus (SOLI CONS AVG; Pegasus left) (260-268) front Antoninianus - Gallienus (SOLI CONS AVG; Pegasus left) (260-268) back
Antoninianus - Gallienus (SOLI CONS AVG; Pegasus left) (260-268) photo
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Antoninianus - Gallienus SOLI CONS AVG; Pegasus left

 
Billon (.200 silver) 3.44 g 20 mm
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
Billon (.200 silver)
Weight
3.44 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106089
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pegasus springing left, about to take flight.
Officina mark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOLI CONS AVG
A

Translation:
Soli Cons (-ervatori) Aug (-usti):
"To Sol, Protector of the August".

Comment

This type with Pegasus left appears to have been struck by 1st officina only.
Pegasus springing right is known under RIC #283.

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 issue coins like the Antoninianus, which were used for trade and commerce. The coin's design features a Pegasus on the left side, which was a symbol of the Roman goddess Victoria. The inscription "SOLI CONS AVG" on the coin means "To the sun god, console of the emperor," highlighting the Roman Empire's belief in the importance of the sun god and the emperor's role as a divine ruler. Overall, the Antoninianus coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the Roman Empire's culture, religion, and politics during a time of significant turmoil.