Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa (CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia) (244-249) front Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa (CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia) (244-249) back
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Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#282243
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.