© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus RESTITVTOR
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21.5 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 | 256-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Valerian, in military attire, standing left, sometimes looking right, raising kneeling woman with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR
Translation:
Restitutor.
Restorer.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.65–4.01 g;Diameter varies: 20–22.6 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 Emperor Valerianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 260 AD. The coin's design features the emperor's image on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, which was a common design theme for coins during this period. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.6 grams were also typical for coins of this denomination during the Roman Empire. It's worth noting that the coin's name, "Antoninianus," comes from the Latin name "Antoninus," which was a common name for Roman emperors during the 3rd century AD. The name "Restitutor" on the coin refers to the emperor's title, "Restitutor Imperii," which means "Restorer of the Empire." This title was used by several emperors during this period to emphasize their role in restoring the empire's power and prosperity.
