Antoninianus - Gordian III IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-243 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing left, holding thunderbolt in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
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 Gordian III, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Jupiter was likely included to symbolize the power and protection of the gods during this period.
