Antoninianus - Aurelianus AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
She-wolf, suckling Romulus and Remus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS AVG
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Aurelianus (AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus) on one side and Romulus on the other, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Aurelianus, who ruled from 270 to 275 AD, a period marked by civil wars, external threats, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.