Antoninianus - Aurelianus (PAX AETERNA; Pax) (270-275) front Antoninianus - Aurelianus (PAX AETERNA; Pax) (270-275) back
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Antoninianus - Aurelianus PAX AETERNA; Pax

 
Silver - -
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#290922
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAX AETERNA

Translation:
Pax Aeterna.
Eternal peace.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was decreased during this period, which led to inflation and a decrease in the value of the currency. Despite this, the coin still features the symbol of Pax (peace) on the reverse side, highlighting the Roman Empire's desire for peace and stability during a time of great upheaval.