Quinarius - Gallienus GERMANICVS MAX V
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | 258-259 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy between two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GERMANICVS MAX V
Translation:
Germanicus Maximus Quintum.
Great conqueror of the Germans for the fifth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin was a significant denomination in the Roman Empire's currency system, and it was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD). The coin was made of silver and had a value of one-fourth of a denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The Quinarius coin was widely used throughout the empire and was an important part of everyday transactions. It's interesting to note that the coin's design featured the image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Roman Empire.