Nothing is known of the early history of this emperor although it is known that he held a high ranking position in the army which was defeated by the Goths .
The reign of Gallus was further worsened by a devastating plague which swept the empire and even took the life of the joint-emperor, Hostilian.
In AD 253 Gallus and his son Volusian were murdered by his own troops.
Our coin shows the emperor whilst the reverse shows Pietas standing left, raising both hands. It is Seaby 2789.
