© Olegario
© Olegario
Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus Antioch
252 year| Bronze | 4.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 252 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#394743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and sceptre. Two dots in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVGVS
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Trebonianus Gallus, is notable for its rare depiction of a Roman emperor with a beard. Most Roman emperors were depicted clean-shaven, so this coin stands out for its unique portrayal of Trebonianus Gallus with a beard. This feature has led some numismatists to speculate that the coin may have been issued during a time when beards were in fashion, or that it was meant to convey a particular message or image of the emperor. Regardless of the reason, it's a fascinating aspect of this coin's design that sets it apart from other coins of the time.
