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Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI STATORI; 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#288712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI STATORI
Translation:
Iovi Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (260-268 AD) and the god Jupiter (IOVI STATORI) was part of a significant monetary reform implemented by Gallienus during his reign. He introduced a new silver-based currency system to replace the previous debased currency, which had been affected by inflation and excessive minting. The Antoninianus coin was one of the new coinages introduced, and it was valued at 20 sestertii, which was a significant increase from the previous denomination of 10 sestertii. This reform aimed to stabilize the Roman economy and restore confidence in the currency.
