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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus PIETAS AVGG; Pietas
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, draped, standing left, raising both hands; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVGG
Translation:
Pietas Duorum Augustorum.
Piety of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.9–4.19 g;Diameter varies: 20.75–21 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 coin featuring Trebonianus Gallus is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 251-253 AD, which was during the reign of Emperor Trebonianus Gallus, who ruled from 251-253 AD. This was a period of political instability and conflict, with the Empire facing threats from external forces such as the Goths and Persians, as well as internal strife and power struggles. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period continued to be minted, with the Antoninianus denomination being introduced during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus. This coin, with its image of Pietas (or piety) on the reverse, serves as a symbol of the Empire's resilience and endurance during this tumultuous time.
