© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus AETERNITATI AVGG; Sol
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, nude except for cloak draped over shoulders, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITATI AVGG
Translation:
Aeternitati Duorum Augustorum.
Eternity of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 260 AD. The coin's design features the image of the sun god Sol on the reverse, which was a common motif during Valerianus' reign. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions and was a common sight in the Roman Empire during that time period.
