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Nummus - Maximinus II IOVI CONSERVATORI; Siscia
311 year| Bronze | 6.65 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus II (311-313) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 311 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.65 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#225125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing facing, head left, chlamys hanging from left shoulder, holding thunderbolt, leaning on sceptre, eagle with wreath left.
Letter in right field
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI C-ONS-ERVATORI
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Maximinus II (IOVI CONSERVATORI; Siscia) coin is that it features the image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and the emperor Maximinus II on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing significant economic and political challenges, and the image of Jupiter was likely included to symbolize the empire's reliance on the god's protection and guidance.
