Salonina (wife of Gallienus), BI Antoninianus, Samosata Mint, 256-258 AD – Gallienus and Salonina

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Description

Roman Imperial, Salonina (wife of Gallienus), 254-268 AD, BI Antoninianus (billon, 4.74g, 21.1mm), Samosata Mint, 256-258 AD
Obv: CORN SALONINA AVG; diademed and draped bust to right, set on crescent
Rev: CONCORDIA AVGG; Gallienus, laureate and togate, standing right, clasping his right hand with Salonina, on the right, draped and diademed, standing left
Ref:Ā  MIR 1691p; RIC 63 Rarity/Choice: Common, Good VF (some weakness on the reverse otherwise beautiful and nicely toned)
Note: Salonina, also known as Cornelia Salonina, was the wife of Roman Emperor Gallienus and mother to three sons, including Valerian II and Saloninus. As Augusta from 254 to 268 AD, she played a prominent role during a tumultuous period in Roman history known for political instability and external threats. The Antoninianus of Salonina minted in Samosata is a notable artifact reflecting the themes of unity and divine favor during a turbulent period in Roman history. The obverse, with Salonina’s diademed and draped bust, emphasizes her elevated status and role as empress. The reverse, showing Gallienus and Salonina clasping hands, conveys the critical message of harmony between the emperor and empress, reinforcing their joint leadership and the stability of their reign.