Antoninianus - Saloninus as Caesar PRINC IVVENT
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Saloninus (Publius Licinius Cornelius Saloninus) (260) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-258 |
| 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#289778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saloninus, in military attire, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and spear or sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINC IVVENT
P
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Saloninus as Caesar (PRINC IVVENT) was minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was debased, containing only about 20% silver, compared to the earlier Antoninianus coins that contained around 50% silver. This debasement was a common practice during times of economic stress, as it allowed the government to produce more coins with less silver, thereby increasing the money supply and stimulating trade. However, it also led to inflation and further erosion of trust in the Roman currency. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and influential currency throughout the Roman Empire.