Antoninianus - Gallienus VIRTVS AVG
| 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#289233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
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Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) and was used throughout the Roman Empire. It was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring the emperor's image on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman coin for centuries. The Antoninianus was valued at 20 sestertii, or one-fourth of a gold solidus. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the coin remained in circulation for over a century and is still sought after by collectors today.
