Antoninianus - Aurelianus (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) (270-275) front Antoninianus - Aurelianus (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) (270-275) back
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Antoninianus - Aurelianus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna

 
Silver 2.3 g 20.5 mm
Description
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
2.3 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#290837
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FORTVNA REDVX
-/-//-

Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].

Comment

Mass varies: 1.3–3.3 g;
Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin featuring Fortuna was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which depicts Fortuna holding a rudder and a cornucopia, symbolizes the empire's desire to navigate through challenging times and maintain its prosperity. Despite the challenges, the Roman Empire continued to thrive, and coins like this one remained an important part of everyday commerce.