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#289464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing, holding spear in right hand and winged 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 (IOVI STATORI; Jupiter) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period remained consistent, with the Antoninianus denomination being introduced during the reign of Gallienus (260-268 AD) as a replacement for the earlier denarius. This coin features an image of Jupiter on the obverse (front) side, signifying the Roman god of the sky and thunder, and was likely used for everyday transactions and commerce.
