Antoninianus - Aurelianus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 3.2 g | 22.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand, holding globe in left hand, treading down one of two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
-/-//XXIP
Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.05–3.42 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 270 to 275 AD. The coin's obverse features a portrait of the emperor, while the reverse depicts the sun god Sol, which is why the coin is sometimes referred to as the "Sol Invictus" coin. This coin was an important part of the Roman Empire's currency system during the 3rd century AD and was used for everyday transactions.