© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Antoninianus - Aurelianus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 2.8 g | - |
| 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 | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVG
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Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Victory on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of victory and prosperity, which was a key theme during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus. Despite the coin's small size and relatively low value, it remains a popular collector's item today due to its historical significance and the insight it provides into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during this period.
