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Antoninianus - Valerianus RESTITVT ORIENTIS
| Silver | 4.2 g | 20 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 | 255-256 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Turreted woman (the Orient), draped, standing right, presenting wreath to emperor, standing left, holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVT ORIENTIS
Translation:
Restitutor Orientis.
Restorer of the east.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus (RESTITVT ORIENTIS) and was minted in Rome between 255-256 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for those interested in ancient Roman numismatics.
