© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Gallienus CONCORDIA AVGG S C
| Bronze | 9 g | - |
| 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 | 253-258 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two clasped right hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG S C
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of the two emperors. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Concordia on the reverse, which was a symbol of unity and harmony in ancient Rome. This was particularly significant during the reign of Gallienus, who ruled during a time of great turmoil and conflict within the empire. The coin's design may have been intended to promote the idea of unity and stability, and to reinforce the idea that the emperor was a strong and effective leader who could bring peace and prosperity to the empire.
