Aureus - Gallienus LAETIA AVGG; Laetitia
| 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 | 253-254 |
| 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#286729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETIA AVGG
Translation:
Laetitia Duorum Augustorum.
Joy of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus (LAETIA AVGG; Laetitia) coin was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the inflationary pressures of the period, as the empire struggled to maintain the value of its currency. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item today, with some examples selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.