Denarius - Pescennius Niger IOVI CONSER; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.2 g |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Pescennius Niger (193-194) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, half-draped, seated left on throne, holding Victory perched on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet, eagle standing left.
Lettering: IOVI CONSER
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, also known as IoVI CONSER, on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The use of Jupiter's image was likely intended to convey the power and authority of the Roman Empire, as Jupiter was considered the king of the gods in Roman mythology.
