© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORIENTIS
| Silver | 3.4 g | 24 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 | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Aurelian, laureate or radiate, standing left, holding sceptre and receiving wreath from woman.
Star and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVT ORIENTIS
Unabridged legend: Restitutor Orientis.
Translation: Restorer of the east.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.17–3.581 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Aurelianus (RESTITVT ORIENTIS) on one side and a radiate crown on the other, was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was reduced during this period, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like the Antoninianus, which remained an important symbol of power and authority.
