Aureus - Gallienus AETERNIT AVGG; Sol
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 | 258-255 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNIT AVGG
Translation:
Aeternitas Duorum Augustorum.
Eternity of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus (AETERNIT AVGG; Sol) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. This coin was minted in Rome and features an image of the sun god Sol on the reverse side, which was a common motif during Gallienus' reign. The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the empire. It's worth noting that the Aureus was the highest denomination coin in the Roman Empire, and it was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. The fact that this coin was made of gold and featured an image of the sun god Sol highlights the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during this time period.
