© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus APOLL SALVTARI; Apollo
| Silver | 3.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283543 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Apollo, nude, standing left, holding branch in right hand, lyre set on rock with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLL SALVTARI
Translation:
Apollini Salutaris.
Apollo the saviour.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.87–3.86 g;Diameter varies: 19–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Trebonianus Gallus and Apollo has an interesting fact: despite being made of silver, it weighs only 3.2 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar composition. This could be due to various factors such as the coin being worn down over time or having a lower silver content than usual. Regardless, it's a fascinating aspect of this historical artifact.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (251-253) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus (APOLL SALVTARI; Apollo) (251-253) coin.
