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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 3.7 g | 22 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand, holding globe in left hand; at his feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
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Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.3–4.39 g;Diameter varies: 21–23.99 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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, which features the god Sol on the obverse and the emperor Aurelianus on the reverse, reflects the empire's shift towards a more centralized and autocratic government. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the time, as it was used for everyday transactions and was an important symbol of the Roman state's power and influence.
