Antoninianus - Gallienus VOT X ET XX
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#289376 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed within laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOT X ET XX
Translation:
Votis Decennalibus et Vicennalibus.
Vows (prayers) for ten [years completed] and twenty [years anticipated, of the reign of the emperor].
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus (VOT X ET XX) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal during the Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of Gallienus on one side and a variety of symbols and gods on the other, showcasing the religious and cultural beliefs of the time. Additionally, the coin's minting process and the materials used in its production were of high quality, making it a sought-after collector's item for those interested in ancient coins.