Double Aureus "Binio" - Trebonianus Gallus LIBERTAS AVGG; Libertas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | 2 Aurei (25) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, resting on column, holding pileus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVGG
Translation:
Libertas Duorum Augustorum.
Freedom of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Aureus "Binio" coin is that it features the image of Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, on one side, and the emperor Trebonianus Gallus on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Libertas was likely meant to symbolize the idea of freedom and the hope for a brighter future. Despite being minted over 1,700 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
