Antoninianus - Maximianus HERCVLI PACIFERO; Hercules
288 year| Silver | 3.3 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Year | 288 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306260 |
|---|---|
| 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 PACIFERO
B/-//SML
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 PACIFERO) was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Maximian (286-305 AD) that depicted various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon. The use of Hercules on this coin is significant because it highlights the importance of Greek mythology and culture in Roman society during this time period. Additionally, the image of Hercules on the coin may have been meant to convey the idea of the Roman Empire's strength and power, as Hercules was known for his legendary feats of strength and bravery.
