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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus ORIENS AVG; Sol
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291062 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, walking left, between two captives, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Letter in field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ORIENS AVG
Unabridged legend: Oriens Augusti
Translation: The rising sun of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.01–4.6 g;Diameter varies: 21–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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) to celebrate the Roman Empire's victory over the Palmyrene Empire. The coin's design features a radiant sun on the obverse (front side), symbolizing the rising power of the Roman Empire, while the reverse (back side) features the goddess Sol, representing the Roman Empire's dominance over the East. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
