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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus P M TR P V COS IIII P P
| Silver | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| 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 | 257-258 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Emperors, standing face to face; between them, shields and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P V COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.19–4.33 g;Diameter varies: 20.2–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Valerianus, who was Roman Emperor from 253 to 260 AD. During his reign, the Roman Empire faced numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and economic instability. Despite these challenges, Valerianus made efforts to reform the Roman currency, introducing new coins like the Antoninianus to replace the older denomination of the Roman Empire, the denarius. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, reflecting the increasing inflation of the time. It's interesting to note that the coin , which was issued during Valerianus' reign, has survived for centuries and is now a valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of the Roman Empire during that time.
