© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Licinius IOVI CONSERVATORI; Nicomedia
317 year| Gold | 5.33 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 317 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.33 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; at feet, eagle with wreath.
Letter in right field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONS-ERVATORI
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Unabridged legend: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: to Jupiter the Protector
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Licinius (IOVI CONSERVATORI; Nicomedia) (317) coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and the emperor Licinius on the other. This coin was minted during Licinius' reign as emperor of the Roman Empire, which lasted from 308 to 324 AD. The image of Jupiter on the coin is significant because it represents the Roman Empire's official religion and highlights the emperor's connection to the gods. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 5.33g suggest that it was a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time.
