As - Gallienus P M TR P V COS III P P
| 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 | 257-256 |
| 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#286683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, seated left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P V COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gallienus, who was a Roman emperor during a time of great turmoil and conflict, yet he managed to maintain stability and even achieve some significant military victories during his reign. Despite this, his rule was ultimately cut short when he was assassinated by his own soldiers in 268 AD. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a reminder of his impact on Roman history.
