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Antoninianus - Diocletianus IOVI CONSERVATORI
| Silver | 3.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 285-286 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#12619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing to left holding a thunderbolt in front of him in right hand and a vertical scepter behind him in left hand.
Various workshops (P, T, V, VI, etc.) XXI indicating the new issue called "Aurelianus" (4.5% silver), and before the total reform of Diocletian
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVAT
PXXIT
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and an image of the emperor Diocletian on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Roman Empire, as Diocletian implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire and addressing issues such as inflation and military unrest. The coin's imagery reflects the importance of the Roman gods and the emperor's role as a divine authority, while also highlighting the empire's focus on military power and stability.
