© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Ulpia Severina CONCORDIAE MILITVM; Concordia
| Silver | 3.6 g | 20.5 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 | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIAE MILITVM
P/-//XXI
Translation:
Concordiae Militum.
For harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.84–4.51 g;Diameter varies: 2–23.64 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 emphasizes the theme of concordia, or harmony, which was an important ideal in Roman culture. The image of Concordia on the coin serves as a symbol of the empire's desire for unity and stability during a period of great upheaval.
