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Antoninianus - Maximianus IOVI AVGG; Jupiter
| Billon (.048 silver) | 3.9 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 290-291 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Billon (.048 silver) |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI AVGG
-/-//P
Translation:
Iovi Duorum Augustorum.
To Jupiter of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.74–4.98 g;Diameter varies: 21–24 mm;
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 Emperor Maximianus on the other. This coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a republic to an empire, and the image of Jupiter was likely included to symbolize the power and authority of the emperor. Additionally, the use of billon, a mixture of silver and copper, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver.
