Aureus - Gallienus VBIQVE PAX; Victory
| 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#288502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, in biga galloping right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VBIQVE PAX
Translation:
Ubique Pax.
Eternal peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Victory on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of peace and stability, which was a key concern for the Roman Empire during this period. Despite the challenges faced by the empire, the Aureus - Gallienus coin remained a popular and widely used currency throughout the empire, reflecting the enduring power and influence of Rome.