Antoninianus - Diocletianus PROVIDENT AVG or PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia
| 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 | 285-295 |
| 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#305938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, globe.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
PROVIDENT AVG or PROVIDENTIA AVG
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Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Diocletianus coin is that it was introduced during the reign of Emperor Diocletian, who implemented a series of economic and military reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, to address the inflation and economic challenges faced by the Roman Empire during that time. The coin was minted with the inscription "PROVIDENT AVG" or "PROVIDENTIA AVG," which translates to "Providence of the Emperor" or "Providence of the Augustus," signifying the emperor's role as a divine protector and guardian of the empire.