Dupondius - Gallienus CONCORDIA EXERCIT S C; Concordia
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 | 254-255 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCIT S C
Translation:
Concordia Exercituum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the army. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Gallienus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted by Gallienus to promote the ideals of concordia, or harmony, within the empire. The coin's obverse features the image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony, while the reverse shows two soldiers standing together, symbolizing the unity of the Roman army. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
