Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa IVNO CONSERVATATRIX; Juno
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, veiled, standng left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO CONSERVATATRIX
Translation:
Iuno Conservatrix.
Juno the protectress.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Otacilia Severa (IVNO CONSERVATATRIX; Juno) was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased, meaning it contained less silver than previous coins, which was a common practice during this period to increase the minting of coins and stimulate the economy. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This fact highlights the complexities of the Roman economy during this time period and the ways in which the government tried to address its financial challenges.
