© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gallienus RESTITVTOR ORBIS S C
| Bronze | 15.9 g | 28 mm |
| 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 | 257-258 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gallienus, in military attire, standing left, raising kneeling figure with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR ORBIS S C
Translation:
Restitutor Orbis. Senatus Consultum.
Restorer of the city (Rome). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.85–21.11 g;Diameter varies: 26–29.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gallienus, who was a Roman emperor during a time of great turmoil and military conflict, yet he is depicted on the coin with a peaceful and serene expression, suggesting a focus on restoration and stability.
