Antoninianus - Valerianus IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 255-256 |
| 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#285967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except of cloak draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus (also known as Valerian) and Jupiter on its obverse and reverse sides, respectively, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Valerianus was emperor from 253 to 260 AD, and his reign was marked by a series of military disasters, including a devastating defeat by the Persians in 260 AD, which led to his capture and death. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like the Antoninianus, which were used for trade and commerce throughout the empire.