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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus CONCORD MILIT
| Silver | 3.5 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing right, holding sceptre, receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORD MILIT
-/-//*C*
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.91–4.38 g;Diameter varies: 21.05–23.25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Roman Empire's currency. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Concordia on the other, symbolizing the unity and harmony that Aurelianus sought to bring to the empire. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not particularly valuable during its time, as it was widely circulated and used for everyday transactions. However, today, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
