Antoninianus - Diocletianus HERCVLI CONSERVAT; Hercules
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 286-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#305989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, leaning on club with lion's skin on rock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERCVLI CONSERVAT
-/-//PXXIT
Translation:
Herculi Conservatori.
To Hercules, the protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Hercules on the reverse was minted during the reign of Diocletian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 284 to 305 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during Diocletian's reign that featured mythological figures, such as Hercules, as a way to promote the ideals of strength and courage. The coin's design also included the inscription "HERCVLI CONSERVAT," which translates to "Hercules, protector of the state." This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.