Antoninianus - Valerianus II RESTITV…GALLIAR
255 year| 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 |
| Year | 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#289801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, standing left, raising kneeling woman with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITV…GALLIAR
Unabridged legend: Restitutor Galliarum.
Translation: Restorer of Gaul.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus II (RESTITV…GALLIAR) on one side and a radiate crown on the other, was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased, meaning it contained less silver than previous coins, which was a common practice during this period to increase the minting of coins and stimulate the economy. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This coin is a fascinating example of how the Roman Empire adapted to economic challenges and continued to thrive despite them.
