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Antoninianus - Postumus COS IIII
268 year| Billon (.030 silver) | 2.85 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Postumus (260-269) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon (.030 silver) |
| Weight | 2.85 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#61084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Victory standing right, with wreath & long palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
"Consul quartum"
(Consul for the fourth time).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also exist with °P°F°Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and political instability in the Roman Empire. The Gallic Empire, which was a breakaway state from the Roman Empire, was established by Postumus in 260 AD, and this coin was minted during his reign. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the traditional Roman imperial titles and imagery, reflecting the ongoing influence of Roman culture and power.
