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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus PROVIDEN DEOR; Fides
| Silver | 3 g | 20 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 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDEN DEOR
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Translation:
Providentia Deorum.
Foresight of the gods.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD) and features an image of the goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse side, which is an unusual depiction for a Roman coin. Fides was not a commonly depicted deity in Roman art, and her appearance on this coin may indicate that Aurelianus was attempting to promote the idea of loyalty and fidelity to the state and its leaders. This coin could be seen as a symbol of the emperor's efforts to restore stability and unity to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil and conflict.
