© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVT ORIENTIS
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22.5 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 | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre, raising kneeling woman.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVT ORIENTIS
-/-//C*
Translation:
Restitutor Orientis.
Restorer of the east.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.15–4.73 g;Diameter varies: 22–23.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 thrive and expand its territories during Aurelianus' reign, making this coin a unique piece of history.
