Antoninianus - Gallienus VIRTVTI 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#289537 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, walking right, holding bipennis in right hand and pelta in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTI AVG
SPQR
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti.
To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).
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 an image of the emperor on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other. The coin was introduced as a way to address the economic challenges faced by the empire at the time, including inflation and a shortage of silver. Despite its introduction, the coin's value depreciated rapidly, and it was eventually replaced by other coins. Today, the Antoninianus is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.