Antoninianus - Maximianus IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (285-286) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 287-289 |
| Value | Antoninianus = 2 Denarii |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#306491 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; sometimes at foot, globe or eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG
-/-//XXIA
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori Duorum Augustorum.
To Jupiter, the protector of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruled from 284 to 305 AD. These coins were designed to combat inflation and restore the Roman economy, which had been struggling due to excessive coinage and trade. The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the god Jupiter on one side and the emperor Maximianus on the other. It was minted in Rome and was used throughout the Roman Empire. I hope you find this information helpful!