Antoninianus - Gallienus VESTA FELIX; Vesta
| 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#289204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta, draped, standing or seated left, holding simpulum in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VESTA FELIX
S
Translation:
Vesta Felix.
Vesta the fortunate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus and Vesta on its obverse and reverse sides, respectively, was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually decreased during Gallienus' reign, as the empire faced financial difficulties and struggled to maintain the value of its currency. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and interesting artifact for collectors and historians today.