© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
1 Quinarius - Imitating Aurelian,
| Gold | 1.99 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 270-325 |
| Value | 1 Quinarius = ½ Aureus |
| Currency | Aureus (circa 150-325) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.99 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#189838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle facing right with wings spread, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AII - SMI
Edge
Plain
Comment
The person who created the dies for this type is likely the same as the person who created the die for the Quinarius of Gordian III, 238-244.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.
