Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI CONSERVAT; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#288697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except for cloak on shoulders, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; sometimes at his feet, eagle. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVAT
V
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Jupiter (IOVI CONSERVAT) on one side and Gallienus on the other, was minted during a time of significant economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased during this period, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence, and its design continued to be used for centuries after its minting.
