© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
1 Aureus - Imitating Elagabalus,
| Gold | 6.44 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 250-325 |
| Value | 1 Aureus |
| Currency | Aureus (circa 150-325) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.44 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#189025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory facing right holding cornucopiae in her left hand, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OIHONOIIONOI
Edge
Plain
Comment
The torque on the obverse and cornucopiae (rather than a wreath) are unique features added by the Barbarian artist.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
The vast majority of Aureus and Quinarius pieces from the Uncertain Germanic tribes are either holed or have a suspension loop attached. This implies that, while these were coins, these imitations were mainly meant for jewelry rather than to be spent.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as a form of payment or currency, but rather as a collector's item or a symbol of power.
