Antoninianus - Maximianus HERCVLI PACIF; 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 | 289-288 |
| 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#306555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and club with lion's skin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERCVLI PACIF
-/-//SXXIT
Translation:
Harculi Pacifero.
To Hercules, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin featuring Hercules (HERCVLI PACIF) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was gradually decreased during this period, and by the late 3rd century AD, it was mostly made of bronze. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This coin is a testament to the Roman Empire's ability to adapt and evolve over time, even during periods of turmoil.