© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERNAE
| Silver | 3.3 g | 21 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing right before Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on shield, holding spear in right hand and Victory in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERNAE
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Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.18–4.99 g;Diameter varies: 18.89–24.12 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman silver coin for centuries. The coin was made of silver and had a weight of 3.3 grams, which was significantly lighter than the denarius. This change in weight was likely due to the economic pressures of the time, as the Roman Empire was facing inflation and a shortage of silver. Despite its lower weight, the Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was still considered a valuable and widely used currency during its time.
