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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Ulpia Severina CONCORD MILIT; Concordia
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Severina (Ulpia Severina) (274-275) |
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORD MILIT
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Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.98–4.08 g;Diameter varies: 20.3–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Ulpia Severina was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD). Despite the challenges of the era, including wars, plagues, and economic instability, the coin's design highlights the importance of concordia (harmony) and military strength, symbolized by the goddess Concordia and the soldier's shield on the reverse side of the coin. This suggests that the Roman Empire was still emphasizing the values of unity and military power during this time.
