Quinarius - Valerianus IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 | 254-256 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286029 |
|---|---|
| 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 CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Valerianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on the obverse (front side). The reverse (back side) of the coin bears the inscription "IOVI CONSERVATORI," which translates to "To Jupiter, the Preserver." This coin was minted in Rome and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. It was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal at the time. I hope you find this information helpful!