Antoninianus - Aurelianus ROMAE AETERNE; Roma
| 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#291161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) to celebrate the city of Rome's 1,000th anniversary. The coin features the image of Roma, the personification of the city, on the obverse (front side), and the goddess Victory on the reverse (back side). The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was meant to evoke a sense of nostalgia and pride in the Roman Empire's rich history and cultural heritage, and it's a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman art and architecture.