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Antoninianus - Gallienus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 4.1 g | 20.5 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 | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sol, nude except for cloak draped over shoulders, radiate, standing left, holding whip.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI INVICTO
Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.11–4.12 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was the 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 the image of Sol, the Roman god of the sun, on the obverse (front side), and the legend "SOLI INVICTO" (meaning "to the unconquered sun") on the reverse (back side). The use of Sol's image on the coin was a common feature of Roman coins during this period, as the sun was considered a symbol of power and divinity. Overall, the Antoninianus coin is an interesting piece of history that provides insight into the Roman Empire's economy, religion, and political landscape during a time of significant turmoil.
