© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Herennius Etruscus as Caesar CONCORDIA AVGG
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250-251 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Two clasped right hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.05–4.87 g;Diameter varies: 19–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Herennius Etruscus as Caesar (CONCORDIA AVGG) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 250-251 AD, during the reign of Emperor Decius, who was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal conflicts, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of Herennius Etruscus, who was appointed as Caesar by Decius, indicating that the Roman Empire was still maintaining its imperial hierarchy and succession plans during this time.
