© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Antoninianus - Aurelianus AVRELIANVS AVG CONS
| Silver | 5.7 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left, sacrificing at altar, holding patera in right hand and sceptre (short or long) or book in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVRELIANVS AVG CONS
-/-//-
Translation:
Aurelianus Augustus Consul.
Emperor (Augustus) Aurelian, consul.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.62–8.359 g;Example of this type:
The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD), was a significant departure from previous Roman coins in terms of its design and metallic composition. It was the first Roman coin to feature a radiate crown on the emperor's head, which symbolized the power and authority of the emperor. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a departure from the traditional bronze or copper used in previous coins. This change in material was likely due to the economic reforms implemented by Aurelian, who aimed to stabilize the Roman economy and restore the value of the Roman currency.
