© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Follis - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI; Ticinum
| Bronze | 2.62 g | 20.00 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 317-318 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.62 g |
| Diameter | 20.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#302940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing to left, nude but chlamys draped across left shoulder, holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; letter P in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the protector
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side and the emperor Licinius I on the other, highlighting the blending of Roman paganism and imperial cult during the late Roman Empire.
