Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVTORI GENTIS
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre, receiving wreath from woman, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVTORI GENTIS
-/-//A
Translation:
Restitutori Gentis.
To the restorer of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design and metal content were changed frequently during this period, reflecting the empire's efforts to address inflation and maintain economic stability. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin remains a popular collector's item today, with many well-preserved examples surviving to the present day.