Antoninianus - Aurelianus MINERVA AVG; Minerva
| 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#291153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing right or left, holding spear and leaning on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MINERVA AVG
Translation:
Minerva Augusta.
Minerva, the venerable.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin featuring Minerva on the reverse was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The emperor Aurelian, who ruled from 270 to 275 AD, was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the empire's power and stability after a period of civil war and external threats. Despite these challenges, the coinage during his reign was of high quality and featured beautiful designs, such as the image of Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and war, on the reverse of this coin.