Aureus - Gallienus OB LIBERTAT REC; Liberalitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#288488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding cap in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OB LIBERTAT REC
Translation:
Ob Libertatem Receptam.
For the recovered liberty.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus (OB LIBERTAT REC; Liberalitas) coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century. This period saw a succession of weak and short-lived emperors, civil wars, and external invasions. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time continued to be minted, with the Aureus - Gallienus being one example. It's fascinating to think that this coin was used in everyday transactions during such a tumultuous period in history.
