Roman Gallic Empire - Postumus (AD 260–269) Billon Antoninianus

Offered for sale is an intriguing and historically significant antoninianus of the Romano-Gallic usurper Postumus, featuring the desirable SALVS PROVINCIARVM reverse type. A wonderful UK metal detector find reflecting the turbulent history of the 3rd-century Gallic Empire.

Coin Details:

• Obverse: Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, with legend [IMP C POST]VMVS P F AVG

• Reverse: River god Rhine reclining left, leaning on urn and resting hand on boat's prow; legend SALVS PROVINCIARVM

• Reference: RIC V (Postumus) 87 variant