Antoninianus - Valerianus II LIBERALITAS AVGG; Liberalitas
| 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 | 254-255 |
| 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#289814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding tessera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG
Unabridged legend: Liberalitas Duorum Augustorum.
Translation: The liberality of the two emperors.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Valerianus II (253-254 AD) as a replacement for the denarius, which had become devalued due to excessive minting. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, with a value of 20 sestertii. The coin's design featured the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Liberalitas on the other, symbolizing the emperor's commitment to restoring the empire's economic stability. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the Antoninianus coin remained in circulation for over a century and became a staple of Roman commerce.
