Gallic Empire Antoninianus - Postumus, 260 – 261
FIDES MILITVM
Information
Country
Gallic Empire
Gallic Empire
Currency
Antoninianus
(260 – 274)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Antoninianus
Year
260 – 261
Ruler
Postumus
(260–269)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.3
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Antoninianus from Gallic Empire. Issued from 260 to 261. Struck in Billon. Measures 20 mm and weighs 3.3 g.
- Obverse
- Radiated bust of Posthumus on the right, draped and cuirassed (paludamentum visible), seen from three-quarters forward (style 3 portrait).
- Reverse
- Fides (Fidelity) draped, standing left, holding a military ensign in each hand.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (260-261) | — | € 11,00 | (fr) Cologne 2° émission, phase c | 83% | |
| ND (260-261) | — | — | (fr) idem sans les points à l'avers | 13% |
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