Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283564 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Libertas Publica.
Public freedom.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Gallus (251-253 AD) and was the first Roman coin to feature the goddess Libertas (Liberty) on its reverse side. This was a significant departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured images of the emperors or gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon. The inclusion of Libertas on the coinage was seen as a symbol of the Roman Empire's commitment to preserving the principles of liberty and freedom for its citizens.
