on the death of Gallus in AD 253. His reign was troubled with war again the Persians - he was captured

in AD 260 and held prisoner for the remainder of his life. The reverse of this coin features Valerian and Gallienus

together - indicating shared rule.

OBV: Radiate and draped bust of Valerian facing R

   Lettering: IMP CP LIC VALERIANVS AVG

REV: Valerian and his son Gallienus (indicating shared rule)facing each other holding spear and globe and spear 

and Victory, respectively

   Lettering: VIRTVS AVG

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