Antoninianus - Valerianus ANNONA AVGG; Abundantia
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | 257-258 |
| 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#285935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNONA AVGG
Translation:
Annonae Duorum Augustorum.
The grain supply of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and his son Gallienus (253-268 AD). These coins were known for their high silver content and were used to pay soldiers and civil servants. The coin , which features the goddess Abundantia on the reverse, was likely used to promote the idea of abundance and prosperity during a time of economic uncertainty.