Antoninianus - Aurelianus CONSERVAT AVG; Sol
| 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#291214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; treading on seated captive.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
CONSERVAT AVG
-/Δ//XXI
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) as a way to celebrate the Roman Empire's victory over the Palmyrene Empire. The coin features an image of the Roman god Sol on the reverse, which symbolized the empire's dominance over the eastern provinces. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also significant, as it reflected the empire's wealth and power.
