Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Empress | Otacilia Severa (Marcia Otacilia Severa) (244-249) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 244-249 |
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#282243 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
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 244 and 249 AD, a period marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the symbol of Concordia, or harmony, on its reverse side, highlighting the importance of unity and cooperation during difficult times.