Antoninianus - Valerianus CONSACRATIO
| 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 | 257-256 |
| 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#285861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle bearing emperor to heaven.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSACRATIO
Translation:
Consacratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus (CONSACRATIO) coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was debased, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic difficulties for the empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still features impressive detail and craftsmanship, showcasing the skill of the Roman mint workers.