Antoninianus - Trebonianus Gallus IOVI STATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| 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#283574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, head right, standing front, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI STATORI
Translation:
Iovi Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Trebonianus Gallus (251-253 AD) is notable for its depiction of Jupiter (IOVI STATORI) on the reverse side, which signifies the Roman Empire's official recognition of Jupiter as the supreme deity of the Roman pantheon during the reign of Emperor Gallus. This coinage was a significant departure from the traditional Roman practice of featuring the emperor's image on the obverse side, indicating the growing influence of Eastern religious beliefs and the imperial cult during this period.