Valerian I, AR Antoninianus, Antioch Mint, 257 AD – Valerian and Gallienus

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Roman Imperial, Valerian I, 253-260 AD, AR Antoninianus (silver, 3.24g, 21.8mm), Antioch Mint, 257 AD
Obv: IMP VALERIANVS AVG; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right
Rev: P M TR P V COS IIII P P; Valerian and Gallienus standing facing each other, each holding shield set on ground between them; two spears behind
Ref: RIC 277; Göbl 1598a Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Valerian I ruled as Roman Emperor from AD 253 to 260, a period marked by significant military and political challenges. His co-emperor and son, Gallienus, played a crucial role in managing the empire, particularly during the ongoing conflicts with external enemies like the Sassanian Empire and internal threats from usurpers. The minting of this Antoninianus in Antioch around AD 257 reflects the collaboration between Valerian and Gallienus in their efforts to maintain control over the empire. This Antoninianus of Valerian I, minted in Antioch, serves as a powerful symbol of the collaborative rule between Valerian and his son Gallienus. The coin’s detailed imagery and inscriptions emphasize their joint efforts in maintaining stability and defending the empire during a challenging period in Roman history. The portrayal of the emperors with military symbols reinforces their commitment to safeguarding the empire and their combined authority.

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