Antoninianus - Saloninus as Caesar RELIGIO AVGG; Diana
| 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#289780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing left, holding bow. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RELIGIO AVGG
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Translation:
Religio Duorum Augustorum.
The religion of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Saloninus as Caesar (RELIGIO AVGG; Diana) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who was facing numerous challenges, including constant barbarian invasions, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the image of Diana, the Roman goddess of hunting and the moon, indicating the continued importance of religion and mythology in Roman culture.