Antoninianus - Otacilia Severa ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma and Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#282239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory, winged, draped, in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at side, shield and in front, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
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 economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Philip the Arab, who was attempting to address the empire's financial crisis by debasing the currency. As a result, the Antoninianus coin was made with a lower silver content than previous coins, which led to inflation and further economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians today.