© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Saloninus as Caesar PRINCIPI IVVENT
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21 mm |
| 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 | 256-260 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saloninus, in military attire, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and spear or sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENT
Translation:
Principi Juventutis.
To the prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.16–4 g;Diameter varies: 19.7–22.1 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of Saloninus, who was a Caesar (junior emperor) during the reign of Gallienus. Saloninus was known for his military campaigns against the Germanic tribes and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's borders. The coin's design, which includes an image of Saloninus with the legend "PRINCIPI IVVENT" (meaning "to the prince of youth"), highlights his importance as a young leader during this time period.
