Antoninianus - Philippus II IVNO CONSERVAT; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| 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#282445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO CONSERVAT
Translation:
Iuno Conservatrix.
Juno the protectress.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Philippus II (also known as Philip the Arab) and Jupiter, is notable for its unusual design. While most Roman coins of the time featured the emperor's portrait on one side and a deity or other symbol on the other, this coin features Jupiter on the obverse (front side) and Philippus II on the reverse (back side). This reversal of the typical design is believed to have been done intentionally to emphasize the emperor's connection to the god Jupiter, who was considered the protector of the Roman state. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that deviates from the standard design formula of the time, making it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.