Aureus - Gallienus ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| 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 | 256-257 |
| 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#286713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand; beside her, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus coin was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time, and its design featured an image of the Roman goddess Roma on one side and the emperor Gallienus on the other. The coin was minted in Rome between 256 and 257 AD, during the reign of Gallienus, and it was used to pay soldiers, civil servants, and other officials. Despite its value, the coin was not widely used by the general population, as it was considered too valuable for everyday transactions. Instead, it was mainly used for large purchases and as a store of value.