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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI VICTORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-254 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand, standing on cippus inscribed IMP C E S.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI VICTORI
Translation: To Jupiter, the Victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.33–4.27 g;Diameter varies: 21.8–22.8 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of Gallienus, the Roman emperor, on the other side. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Roman Empire continued to be an important symbol of the empire's power and influence.
