Antoninianus - Gallienus VIC GALL AVG; Victory
| 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#288861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, inscribing III on shield set on palm; her foot on small post. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIC GALL AVG
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Translation:
Victoria Gallieni Augusti.
Victori of emperor (Augustus) Gallienus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, which had been debased over time. The coin was named after Gallienus' name, "Gallus," and featured an image of the goddess Victory on the reverse side. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the Antoninianus remained in circulation for over a century and became a popular trade coin throughout the Roman Empire.