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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus VIRT MILITVM
| Silver | 3.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing right, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand, facing soldier holding Victory.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VIRT MILITVM
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Translation:
Virtus Militum.
The courage of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.83–4.52 g;Diameter varies: 20–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 military victories and promote the cult of the Roman military. The coin features the image of Aurelian on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as the leader of the Roman army. The coin's inscription, "VIRT MILITVM," translates to "military virtue," highlighting the importance of military power in maintaining the empire's dominance.
