Ancient Roman Coin pendant, Roman Coin Emperor Gallienus 'To Jupiter the Protector'
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Silver pendant enclosing an authentic ancient Roman coin featuring Emperor Gallienus, with the coin removable if desired, in very fine condition and mounted as a custom-made piece measuring roughly 19.9 mm in width.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Object:
Silver pendant enclosing an authentic ancient coin. The pendant is custom-made to the coin and if desired can be removed without damaging the coin.
Coin:
Gallienus (253-268 AD), Antoninianus, Samosata mint, 255-256 AD.
Obverse: dot IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS P F AVG, radiate, draped, cuirassed bust right.
Reverse: IOVI CONSERVATORI, Gallienus standing right, holding spear or sceptre, receiving globe from Jupiter standing facing left, holding sceptre, wreath in upper centre.
Width: ± 19,9 mm
Reference: Göbl 1697, RSC 379, RIC 440
Condition:
Very fine condition, bold portrait of the emperor. Wearable, signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate:
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
Historical context:
-> Coins were powerful instruments of communication in the ancient world. Rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
-> GALLLIENUS: Roman Emperor with his father Valerian 253-260 AD and sole Emperor 260-268 AD.
He ruled during the Crisis of the Third Century which nearly caused the collapse of the Roman Empire.
He was victorious against the Germanic tribes, suppressed many revolts and was the first to commission cavalry units that could be quickly despatched anywhere in the Empire.
-> IOVI CONSERVATORI: to Jove (Jupiter) the Protector.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Object:
Silver pendant enclosing an authentic ancient coin. The pendant is custom-made to the coin and if desired can be removed without damaging the coin.
Coin:
Gallienus (253-268 AD), Antoninianus, Samosata mint, 255-256 AD.
Obverse: dot IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS P F AVG, radiate, draped, cuirassed bust right.
Reverse: IOVI CONSERVATORI, Gallienus standing right, holding spear or sceptre, receiving globe from Jupiter standing facing left, holding sceptre, wreath in upper centre.
Width: ± 19,9 mm
Reference: Göbl 1697, RSC 379, RIC 440
Condition:
Very fine condition, bold portrait of the emperor. Wearable, signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate:
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
Historical context:
-> Coins were powerful instruments of communication in the ancient world. Rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
-> GALLLIENUS: Roman Emperor with his father Valerian 253-260 AD and sole Emperor 260-268 AD.
He ruled during the Crisis of the Third Century which nearly caused the collapse of the Roman Empire.
He was victorious against the Germanic tribes, suppressed many revolts and was the first to commission cavalry units that could be quickly despatched anywhere in the Empire.
-> IOVI CONSERVATORI: to Jove (Jupiter) the Protector.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
255-256 AD (coin)
Name of object
Roman Coin Emperor Gallienus 'To Jupiter the Protector', Coin pendant
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
