Gallienus. AD 253-268. AR Antoninianus (23mm, 2.91 g, 6h). “Legionary series” issue. Mediolanum (Milan) mint. 2nd emission, AD 261. Near VF.

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Roman Imperial, Silver

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Gallienus. AD 253-268. AR Antoninianus (23mm, 2.91 g, 6h). “Legionary series” issue. Mediolanum (Milan) mint. 2nd emission, AD 261. Radiate and cuirassed bust right / COHH PRAET VI P VI F, Radiate lion walking right. RIC V 370; MIR 36, 979n; Toffanin 69/3; RSC 105. Toned, slightly granular surfaces, reverse struck with a worn die. Near VF.

The extensive legionary series of coins struck by Gallienus commences with this issue, honoring the Praetorian Cohorts, the elite unit of soldiers stationed in a purpose-built fortress in Rome. Composed of nine enlarged cohorts of 1,000 men apiece, for a total theoretical strength of 9,000, the Praetorian “Guard” served as the emperor’s personal fighting force both in Rome and on campaign.

Closing Date and Time: 1 May 2024 at 14:05:20 ET.

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