Antoninianus - Aurelianus VIRTVS AVG; Hercules
| 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#290865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, wearing lion-skin, walking left, holding bow in right hand and club in left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVG
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Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was gradually decreased during the reign of Aurelian, leading to a significant increase in inflation. Despite this, the coin remained a popular form of currency and was widely used throughout the empire.
