Antoninianus - Aurelianus IOVI CONSER
| 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#291081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing right, receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; between them, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSER
-/-//-
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori.
To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was gradually decreased during the reign of Aurelian (270-275 AD) as a cost-saving measure, which led to inflation and further economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and influential currency throughout the empire.