Antoninianus - Maximianus VOTIS X
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 294-293 |
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#306440 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diocletian and Maximian, draped, standing facing each other, sacrificing at tripod.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTIS X
Translation:
Votis Decennalibus.
Vows (prayers) for ten years of rule.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus (VOTIS X) coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was debased, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation for a significant period, indicating the resilience and adaptability of the Roman economy during this time.