Ruler
Gallienus
Value
Antoninianus
Reverse Legend
ORIENS AVG wreath
Grade
Choice very fine
Mint
Antioch
Date
260/261 A.D.
Weigth and Diameter
2.82 g. 20 mm.
Metal
Silvered Billon
Roman Empire - Gallienus (253-268 A.D.). Silvered billon antoninianus (2.82 g. 20 mm.). Antioch or Samosata A.D. 260.
IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS P F AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gallienus right, seen from behind, one pellet beneath bust
ORIENS AVG, turreted female figure standing right presenting wreath to Gallienus, in military garb, standing facing, head left and resting on spear, wreath above.
RIC V .1 445.
Choice very fine, original silvering still remaining in many areas in both sides.
2025-10044 (XB05253)