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© Pedro Branco (CC BY)
Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 4 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246-248 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; to left, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.52–4.62 g;Diameter varies: 21.5–24.1 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Otacilia Severa is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted between 246 and 248 AD, a period marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Roman Empire continued to be an important symbol of power and authority, with coins like the Antoninianus serving as a means of communication and propaganda for the ruling elite. The image of Concordia, or harmony, on the coin was likely intended to promote the idea of unity and stability in a time of great upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (246-248) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa (CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia) (246-248) coin.
