Antoninianus - Maximianus IOVI CONSERVAT; Jupiter
291 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 22.5 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 | 291 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306570 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, head right, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, eagle; behind, two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVAT
P/-//XXIT
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin features an image of Jupiter on one side and the Roman Emperor Maximianus on the other. This coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing significant economic challenges, and the use of silver in coinage was a way for the government to reduce the cost of producing coins while still maintaining their value. Despite the economic challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins with intricate designs and high-quality materials, showcasing the empire's enduring artistic and cultural achievements.
