Antoninianus - Aurelianus VIRTVS AEQVIT or VIRTVS EQVIT
| 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#290923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AEQVIT or VIRTVS EQVIT
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Translation:
Virtus Aequitum.
Courage of the cavalry.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman silver coin for centuries. The coin was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring the emperor's portrait on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other. The coin was also known for its high purity level, containing up to 90% silver. This made it a valuable and sought-after coin among collectors and merchants. Despite its popularity, the coin was eventually replaced by other coins, such as the argenteus, due to its high production costs and the devaluation of silver. Today, the Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.