© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus IOVI VICTORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.4 g | 21 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 | 258-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286295 |
|---|---|
| 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: 3.22–3.53 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Jupiter (IOVI VICTORI) on one side and Gallienus on the other, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was minted during the "Crisis of the Third Century," a period of political instability, external threats, and economic troubles that lasted from 235 to 284 AD. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like this one, which not only served as a means of currency but also as a symbol of the empire's power and influence.
