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#289361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, standing left between two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
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 silver coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD. It was designed to replace the denarius, which had been the standard Roman silver coin for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of a silver alloy and had a higher silver content than the denarius, making it more valuable. The coin featured an image of the emperor on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other. 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.