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Antoninianus - Aurelianus AVRELIANVS AVG CONS
| Silver | 6.8 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 | 6.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left, sacrificing at altar, holding patera in right hand and long sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVRELIANVS AVG CONS
-/-//S
Translation:
Aurelianus Augustus Consul.
Emperor (Augustus) Aurelian, consul.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Roman Empire's currency. The coin was made of silver and weighed 6.8 grams, which was a significant reduction in weight compared to earlier Roman coins. This reduction in weight was likely due to the economic challenges faced by the empire at the time, including inflation and a shortage of precious metals. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained an important part of the Roman Empire's currency system and was widely used throughout the empire.
