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Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORBIS
| Silver | 3.77 g | 25 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 | 3.77 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.70 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Woman, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVT ORBIS
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Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVT ORBIS," means "Restorer of the World," which reflects Aurelianus's ambition to revive the empire's former glory. Despite being made of silver, this coin was not as valuable as other coins issued during this time period, as it was intended for everyday use and had a relatively low denomination.
