Gallic Empire, Marius, Æ Antoninianus, 269 AD, VF Gold - Proof Set pomegranates

pomegranates

The phoenix is regarded as an immortal bird whose rare appearance is believed to foreshadow harmony

leading to the notion that Chinese people are “descendants of the dragon”

These elements appear within a border of bats and clouds symbolising health

North America and China

Gallic Empire, Marius, Æ Antoninianus, 269 AD, VF Gold - Proof Set pomegranatesROMAN IMPERIAL, THIRD CENTURY CRISIS, GALLIC EMPIRE, Marius (269 AD), Antoninianus (19mm), Cologne mint 269 AD. Obv. Radiate crowned, draped and cuirassed bust right, "IMP C MARIVS PF AVG". Rev. Felicitas stands left, "SAEC FELICITAS". RIC 10. Slightly rough surfaces and somewhat ragged flan, typical for the type, Very Fine and scarce.