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Double Maiorina - Jovian VICTORIA ROMANORVM; Antioch
| Bronze | 9 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Jovian (363-364) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 363-364 |
| Value | 2 Maiorina (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#330919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jovian standing front, head right, draped, cuirassed, holding standard with right hand and with left hand a Victory on globe with wreath and palm.
Mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VICTORIA ROMANORVM
ANTΓ
Translation: To the victory of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Maiorina - Jovian coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Christian imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Emperor Jovian, while on the other side, it features the symbol of the Cross, signifying the rise of Christianity during this period in the Roman Empire. This blending of religious iconography reflects the cultural and religious shifts that were taking place during this time in history.
