© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Gallienus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
| Silver | 2.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Gallienus (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 260 to 268 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Gallienus that featured various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon, in this case, Fortuna, the goddess of fortune and prosperity. The coin's design features Fortuna standing on a prow, with her characteristic wheel and rudder, symbolizing her control over the fates of men and the power of the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content and weight of 2.2 grams also make it a valuable and collectible piece of numismatic history.
