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Siliqua - Jovinus
| Silver | 1.17 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Gaul (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Jovinus (411-413) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411-413 |
| Value | 1 Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.17 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#214503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding Victory on globe in her outstretched right hand and reversed spear in her left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTOR I A AVGG
SMLDV
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siliqua - Jovinus coin is that it was minted during a time of political instability in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Gaul, which saw various Roman generals and officials declare their independence from the central government and mint their own coins. Despite this turmoil, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor Jovinus, indicating that the usurpers were still attempting to legitimize their rule through association with the established imperial power.