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Antoninianus - Gallienus VICTORIA GERMAN
| Silver | 3.33 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.33 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Gallienus, in military attire, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; receiving wreath from Victory, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GERMAN
Translation:
Victoria Germanica.
Victory over the Germans.
Comment
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 253 to 268 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including constant invasions by barbarian tribes and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, Gallienus was able to maintain the empire's stability and prosperity, and his coins, like the Antoninianus, remain a testament to the empire's enduring legacy.
