Antoninianus - Maximianus PIETAS AVGG
| 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 | 295-296 |
| 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#306453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maximian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear in right hand and raising kneeling woman holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS AVGG
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Translation:
Pietas Duorum Augustorum.
Piety of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus (PIETAS AVGG) coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil 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 with a thin silver plating. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This fact highlights the resilience and adaptability of the Roman economy during a period of significant change and upheaval.