AR Denarius - Gallienus P M T P XIII C VI P P

€2.00
IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year264-265
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDenarius (1/2)
CurrencyAntoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Weight2.42 g
Dimensions19.5 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
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Obverse descriptionEmperor facing left, with crested helmet, cuirassed, with shield and spear. Lettering around.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringGALLIENVS P F A VG
(Translation: Gallienus, Pious and Blessed Emperor.)
Reverse descriptionMars, holding transverse spear in right hand and round shield in left, descending right through the air to Rhea Silvia, who is reclining, naked to waist, asleep on the ground, hands behind her head.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringP M T P XIII C VI P P
Edge
Mint
MintageND (264-265)  - -
Catalog ID5715065410
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