© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVTOR EXERCITI
| Silver | 3.9 g | 23.5 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing right, holding spear; Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre, holding globe between them.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVTOR EXERCITI
A//XXI
Translation:
Restitutor Exerciti.
Restorer of the army.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.48–4.421 g;Diameter varies: 22–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Aurelianus (also known as Aurelian) on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "RESTITVTOR EXERCITI," which translates to "Restorer of the Army." This suggests that Aurelianus was recognized for his efforts in reforming and strengthening the Roman military during his reign.
