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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus PACATORI ORBIS; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 | 254-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, seated left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at his feet, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACATORI ORBIS
Translation:
Pacatori Orbis.
To the peacemaker of the world.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.4–3.95 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of Valerianus, the Roman emperor, on the other side. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce high-quality coins like the Antoninianus, which were used for trade and commerce throughout the empire.
