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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Maximianus SALVS AVGG; Salus
| Silver | 3.8 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 | 290-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVGG
-/-//T
Translation:
Salus Duorum Augustorum.
Health of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.34–4.42 g;Diameter varies: 21–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of salvation and protection during a period of crisis. Despite its small size, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time. This coin is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the Roman Empire during a time of great challenge and change.
