Antoninianus - Aurelianus RESTITVTORI ORBIS
| 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#291233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left, holding sceptre, receiving wreath from woman, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVTORI ORBIS
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Translation:
Restitutori Orbis.
To the restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Aurelianus (also known as Aurelian) and bears the inscription "RESTITVTORI ORBIS," was issued during a time of significant economic and military turmoil in the Roman Empire. Aurelian was a military leader who became emperor in 270 AD and ruled until his assassination in 275 AD. During his reign, he attempted to reform the Roman economy and military, and the coinage was an important part of these efforts. The Antoninianus was a new denomination introduced during Aurelian's reign, and it was intended to replace the earlier denarius coin. The use of silver in the coin's production was a departure from the previous bronze coins, and it reflected the empire's increasing reliance on silver currency. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire continued to face challenges, including external threats and internal instability, which ultimately contributed to its decline.