254 AD., Gallienus, contemporary imitation(?), Antoninianus, Göbl 38t var.
Gallienus (joint reign with Valerian I), Rome mint or contemporary imitation?, emission 1a, 254 AD.,
Antoninianus (ø 20-21 mm / 3,19 g), billon, axes coin alignment ↑↓ (ca. 180°),
Obv.: IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS AVG , his radiate, draped bust right, seen from back; unusual portrait style.
Rev.: VIRTVS - AVGG , Mars standing left, resting right hand on shield at feet left, left hand leaning on spear.
Chalfont hoard 240 ; Cun. 548 ; RIC V, I, 181 ; Coh. 1288 ; Göbl 38t .
unusual portrait style, rough surface, ancient cast?