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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus IOVI CONSERVAT; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292663 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVAT
-/-//TTI
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.44–3.7 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature a pagan deity (Jupiter) on one side and a Roman emperor (Probus) on the other. This was a significant departure from previous Roman coins, which had typically featured images of the emperor or other political figures. The inclusion of Jupiter on the coin reflects the ongoing influence of paganism in Roman society during this period.
