Gallienus (AD 253–268) Roman Empire BI Double-Denarius NGC XF

Gallienus — Coinage of AD 253–268

This billon BI Double-Denarius was issued for Gallienus during AD 253–268 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Gallienus
• Date: AD 253–268
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: BI Double-Denarius
• Metal: Billon
• NGC grade: XF — Extremely Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 40)

Historical Context

Gallienus ruled first with his father Valerian from AD 253 and then alone after Valerian was captured by the Sasanians in AD 260. His reign unfolded amid invasions, rebellions and the separation of the Gallic and Palmyrene realms.

Despite these pressures, Gallienus pursued military reforms and supported a cultural revival associated with the later third century. He was assassinated near Milan in AD 268 while campaigning against a usurper.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated BI Double-Denarius of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.