Aureus - Gallienus IOVIS STATOR; Jupiter
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVIS STATOR
Translation:
Iovis Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Gallienus (IOVIS STATOR; Jupiter) coin was part of a series of coins issued by the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) to promote the cult of Jupiter, the chief deity of the Roman state. The coin features an image of Jupiter on one side and the emperor's portrait on the other, highlighting the close connection between the emperor and the god. This coin is particularly interesting because it showcases the blending of Roman mythology and imperial propaganda, demonstrating how the Roman Empire used religion as a tool for political control and legitimacy.