Antoninianus - Gallienus VOT
| 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#288939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed within laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOT
Translation:
Vota.
The vows (prayers).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus, also known as the "Gallienus," was a coin introduced by the Roman Emperor Gallienus in 260 AD, during a time of economic crisis and political instability. It was made of silver, but its purity was only about 5% compared to the earlier Roman silver coins. Despite its lower silver content, the Antoninianus was still widely accepted and used throughout the Roman Empire. In fact, it became the standard circulation coin during Gallienus' reign and remained in use until the late 3rd century AD. This coin's design featured the emperor's image on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other, such as Jupiter, Mars, and Venus.