© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas
| Silver | 3.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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
Mass varies: 2.23–4.85 g;Diameter varies: 18–23.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus coin is that it features the goddess Libertas, or Liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because the concept of liberty was highly valued in ancient Rome, and the inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the importance of this ideal during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus. Additionally, the use of the Latin phrase "LIBERTAS PVBLICA" (Public Liberty) further emphasizes the theme of freedom and democracy in Roman society.
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 (LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas) (251-253) coin.
