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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa IVNO CONSERVAT; Juno
| Silver | 4.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246-248 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Juno, veiled, standng left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO CONSERVAT
Translation:
Iuno Conservatrix.
Juno the protectress.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.569–4.82 g;Diameter varies: 21.91–22.6 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman goddess Juno on its reverse side, which makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
