© Museum für Ur- und Frühgeschichte Thüringens (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 DE)
© Museum für Ur- und Frühgeschichte Thüringens (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Saloninus as Caesar SPES PVBLICA; Spes
258 year| Silver | 3 g | 22 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 |
| Year | 258 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking right, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Translation:
Spes Publica.
Hope of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.182–3.96 g;Diameter varies: 21.25–22.44 mm;
Example of this type:
Museum für Ur- und Frühgeschichte Thüringens
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin with Saloninus as Caesar is that it features the goddess Spes (Hope) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the 3rd century AD. The depiction of Spes on this coin is particularly notable for its intricate details, showcasing the skill of the Roman engravers and their ability to create beautiful artwork on such a small canvas. Additionally, the use of the goddess Spes on this coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of hope and optimism during a time of political and economic instability.
