Antoninianus - Valerianus APOLINI PROPVGN; Apollo
| 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 | 255-256 |
| 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#285942 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, nude except for cloak flying behind, standing right, drawing bow.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLINI PROPVGN
Translation:
Apolini Propugnatori.
To Apollo, the defender.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Valerianus (APOLINI PROPVGN; Apollo) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Valerianus was co-emperor with his father, Valerian, and the coin was minted during their reign (255-256 AD). However, their rule was marked by a series of military disasters, including a major defeat by the Persians, which led to Valerian's capture and the eventual collapse of the Roman Empire. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the political and economic climate of the time.
