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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Valerianus IOVI CONSERVATORI S C; Jupiter
| Bronze | 23 g | 26 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 | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, cloak draped on left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI S C
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter the Protector. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder and lightning, on one side, and an image of Valerianus, the Roman emperor, on the other side. This coin was minted during Valerianus' reign (255-256 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The fact that it features both a god and an emperor on opposite sides highlights the blending of religious and political themes that was common in ancient Roman coinage. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the common use of base metals for coinage during this time period.
