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Quinarius - Valerianus IOVI CONSERVAT; Jupiter
| Silver | 1 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 255-256 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except for cloak draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVAT
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius - Valerianus coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder and lightning, on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "IOVI CONSERVAT," which translates to "Jupiter, protector of the state." This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Valerianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 260 AD, and was likely used for everyday transactions and commerce. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Quinarius - Valerianus coin is a significant artifact of ancient Roman history and culture.
