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Historical Context: P. Licinius Egnatius Gallienus, son of Valerian, was made co-emperor in 253 AD soon after his father elevation. After the capture of Valerian by the Persians, Gallienus became a ruler of the whole empire subject not only to fierce barbarian attacks, but rent by internal revolts, famine and plagues. Gallienus was murdered at the siege of Milan .
Obv: Gallienius
Rev: Mars holding shield
Diameter: 19 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Penny)
Condition: Very Fine
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