Antoninianus - Valerianus II CONSECRATIO
| 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 | 256-258 |
| 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#289825 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle, right or left. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSECRATIO
S
Unabridged legend: Consecratio.
Translation: Consecration.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin bearing the image of Valerianus II (CONSECRATIO) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's minting period, 256-258 AD, coincided with the Gothic Wars, a series of conflicts between the Roman Empire and the Goths, a Germanic tribe. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this time, the coin's silver content and intricate design demonstrate the Roman Empire's continued commitment to producing high-quality currency.
