Antoninianus - Gallienus VIRTVS AVGG; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | 258-259 |
| 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#286333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, in military attire, standing left, holding spear in both hands; to right, standard.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (VIRTVS AVGG; Mars) and was minted in Rome between 258-259 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and features the Roman god of war, Mars, on the reverse side, which adds to its historical significance and collectibility.
