Antoninianus - Aurelianus SOLI INVICTO
| 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#291121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing right, holding spear, receiving globe from Sol, holding whip and treading down captive, seated between them.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
-/-//XXI•T•
Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design features the emperor Aurelianus, who ruled from 270 to 275 AD, and the god Sol Invictus, who was revered as the patron deity of the Roman state. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design demonstrate the advanced craftsmanship and artistry of Roman coinage during this period.