Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus (SALVS AVGG; Salus) (251-253) front Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus (SALVS AVGG; Salus) (251-253) back
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Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus SALVS AVGG; Salus

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#283557
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Salus, draped, standing right, feeding out of patera in right hand snake held in arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVS AVGG

Translation:
Salus Duorum Augustorum.
Health of the two emperors (Augusti).

Comment

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 between 251 and 253 AD, a period known as the Crisis of the Third Century, when the empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions, civil wars, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the image of the Roman goddess Salus, representing safety and well-being, highlighting the resilience and determination of the Roman people during this difficult time.