Antoninianus - Volusianus IVNONI MARTIALI; Juno
251 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 251 |
| 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#284003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, seated left, holding corn-ears in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNONI MARTIALI
Translation:
Iunoni Martiali.
Juno, the mother of Mars. / Juno, the warmonger.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Volusianus coin is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of the Roman empress Juno on the obverse (front side) and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the reverse (back side). This design was a departure from the traditional imagery used on Roman coins, which typically featured portraits of the emperor or other male figures. The inclusion of Juno and Victory on this coin may have been a nod to the increasing influence of women in Roman society during the 3rd century AD.