© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 4.4 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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: 4.34–4.51 g;Diameter varies: 22–22.8 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Otacilia Severa, who was a powerful and influential empress during the reign of her husband, Emperor Philip I. She played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the Roman Empire during her time, and her image on this coin reflects her importance and status.
