Antoninianus - Valerianus CONCORDIA EXERCITI; Concordia
| 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 | 257-259 |
| 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#286142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand at altar and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITI
Translation:
Concordia Exerciti.
Harmony of the armies.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century. This period saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the very survival of the empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of the goddess Concordia, symbolizing the importance of unity and harmony within the empire. This coin serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the Roman people during a time of great adversity.