Antoninianus - Gallienus Jupiter; IOVI CONSERVAT; Asia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 267-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except for cloak draped over left arm, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVAT
PXV
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Jupiter on one side and Gallienus on the other, is an example of a coin that was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Gallienus, who was emperor from 260 to 268 AD, a period marked by constant wars, invasions, and internal strife. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to issue coins like this one, which showcase the empire's artistic and technological advancements, as well as its cultural and religious beliefs.
