© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Volusianus CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.79–4.2 g;Diameter varies: 19–20.75 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Volusianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Concordia on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of unity and harmony within the empire, which was facing numerous challenges, including invasions, civil wars, and economic decline. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the empire, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the Roman economy during this period.
