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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORBIS
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Woman, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
RESTITVT ORBIS
*//KA•Γ•
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
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Aurelianus (RESTITVT ORBIS) coin is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Aurelian, who ruled from 270 to 275 AD, and its design reflects the political and economic reforms that were taking place during this period. The coin's silver content was reduced during this time, which was a common practice during times of economic stress, and its weight was reduced to 3.4 grams. Despite these changes, the coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the empire.
