Antoninianus - Aurelianus (RESTITVT ORBIS) (270-275) front Antoninianus - Aurelianus (RESTITVT ORBIS) (270-275) back
Antoninianus - Aurelianus (RESTITVT ORBIS) (270-275) photo
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Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORBIS

 
Silver 3.5 g 22 mm
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
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#291102
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Woman, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RESTITVT ORBIS
*//KAB

Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).

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), 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 reputation as a leader who helped to revive the empire after a period of turmoil and decline.