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Sestertius - Gallienus P M S COL VIM; Viminacium
| Bronze | 12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Viminacium (Moesia Superior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-255 |
| Value | Sestertius (0.01) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#89617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Moesia standing facing, head left, holding hands outstretched over a lion and a bull. Year mark AN XVI in exergue.
Lettering:
PMS COL VIM (1)
PMS OLC VIM (2)
AN XVI
Translation:
“Provinciæ Moesiæ Superioris Colonia Viminacium/ anno sextum decimum”
(Province of Moesia Superior colony of Viminacium/ year sixteen)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Viminacium coinage is known for their crude minting process.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD) on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant threats from barbarian invasions and internal power struggles. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Gallienus' reign is notable for its high artistic quality and the use of new techniques, such as the use of bronze instead of the more traditional copper. This coin, in particular, is a rare example of a bronze sestertius, which was a denomination that was not commonly used during this period.
