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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORIENTIS
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Woman, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Aurelian, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVT ORIENTIS
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Translation:
Restitutor Orientis.
Restorer of the east.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.034–4.62 g;Diameter varies: 20.2–25 mm;
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 prosperity. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVT ORIENTIS," means "Restorer of the East," which refers to Aurelianus' successful campaigns in the Eastern provinces of the empire. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact from a significant period in Roman history.
