Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI STATORI; Jupiter
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#289141 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre 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 , which features Jupiter (IOVI STATORI) on one side and Gallienus (GALLIENVS AVG) on the other, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was emperor from 260 to 268 AD. During his reign, the empire faced numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the empire.