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Aureus - Gallienus IOVI CONSERVA; Jupiter
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-255 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286735 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except for cloak draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVA
Unabridged legend: Iovi Conservatori.
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Gallienus (IOVI CONSERVA; Jupiter) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of the sky and thunder, while the reverse side features a portrait of Gallienus, the Roman emperor who ruled from 253 to 268 AD. This blending of deities and rulers reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Roman Empire, where Greek and Roman mythologies were often combined and reinterpreted. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's production highlights the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during this time period.
