Antoninianus - Valerianus LAETITIA AVGG; Laetitia
| 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#286121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA AVGG
Translation:
Laetitia Duorum Augustorum.
Joy of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin, also known as the "Laetitia" coin, was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was significantly debased, containing only about 5% silver, compared to the earlier silver coins of the Roman Empire that contained around 90% silver. This debasement was a result of the empire's financial struggles and inflation, and it led to a loss of confidence in the Roman currency. Despite this, the coin still features a beautiful image of the goddess Laetitia on the reverse side, symbolizing joy and prosperity.
