Sestertius - Gallienus GENIVS AVG S C; Genius
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, nude, standing left, holding cornucopiae in left hand; to left, ensign.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIVS AVG S C
Translation:
Genius Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Genius of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Gallienus (GENIVS AVG S C; Genius) and was minted in Rome between 260-268 AD, is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Libertas on the reverse side. Libertas, who is often depicted with a liberty cap and a scepter, was a symbol of freedom and was frequently featured on Roman coins during this period. The inclusion of Libertas on this coin may suggest that Gallienus was attempting to promote the idea of liberty and freedom during his reign, which was marked by internal conflicts and external threats to the Roman Empire.