Antoninianus - Maximianus HERCVLI CONSERVAT; Hercules
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 285-288 |
| 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#306543 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, leaning on club with lion's skin on rock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERCVLI CONSERVAT
-/-//PXXIT
Translation:
Herculi Conservatori.
To Hercules, the protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin featuring Hercules (HERCVLI CONSERVAT) was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content had been decreasing steadily over the years, and by the time this coin was minted, it was almost entirely made of bronze, with only a thin silver plating. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This fact highlights the adaptability and resilience of the Roman economy during a period of significant change and challenge.