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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus IOVI STATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI STATORI
Translation:
Iovi Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.82–4.69 g;Diameter varies: 17.87–23.08 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of Emperor Claudius II Gothicus on the other. This coin was minted during Claudius' reign, which lasted from 268 to 270 AD, and was part of a series of coins that honored various Roman deities. The inclusion of Jupiter, who was considered the king of the gods, on this coin highlights the importance of Roman mythology and the imperial cult during this time period. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, suggests that it was intended for circulation and use in commercial transactions, rather than being a purely ceremonial or symbolic coin.
