Antoninianus - Quintillus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
270 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Quintillus (Marcus Aurelius Claudius Quintillus) (270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 270 |
| 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#291601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and wreath in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Quintillus coin was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing severe inflation, and the value of the Roman currency had decreased significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency, the Antoninianus, which was made of silver and had a higher value than the previous currency. The coin was named after the Roman goddess Fortuna, who was depicted on the obverse side of the coin, and it was minted in large quantities to help stabilize the economy. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire continued to face economic challenges, and the coin's value fluctuated over time. Today, the Antoninianus - Quintillus coin is a valuable collector's item and a fascinating piece of Roman history.
