Coin

About this object

History of use

Coin in use during Roman Empire; Antoninianus (denomination); Emperor Gallienus (sole reign); minted in Asia.

Physical description

Antoninianus coin of Gallienus. Obverse: radiate, draped bust of Gallienus, right facing. Reverse: Sol standing left facing, holding whip.

 

Categories

Currencies Metalwork

Materials

Silver alloy metal

Date Made

260-268

Date Acquired

Jun 1957

How Acquired

Donated

Credit Line

The Sid Leary Memorial Collection

Measurements

Overall: .1 x 2.4 cm

Object Number

2189/159