As - Gallienus APOLLINI CONSERVA S C; Apollo
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-258 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, nude, standing left, holding laurel-branch in right hand and lyre set on rock with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLLINI CONSERVA S C
Translation:
Apollini Conservatori. Senatus Consultum.
To Apollo the protector. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of Emperor Gallienus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige after a period of turmoil. Despite his achievements, Gallienus' reign was marked by internal conflicts, external threats, and economic difficulties, which ultimately led to his assassination in 268 AD. The coin's design, which depicts Apollo on the reverse, is also notable for its artistic and cultural significance. The image of Apollo was a common motif in Roman art and symbolized the empire's connection to Greek culture and the ideals of reason, order, and beauty. The coin's use of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, also reflects the economic challenges faced by the Roman Empire during this period.
