© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Aurelianus CONCORDIA AVG
| Bronze | 7.7 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Aurelian and Severina clasping hands, Aurelian holding sceptre in left hand; in field above, bust of Sol, radiate, right.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
CONCORDIA AVG
-/-//Γ
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.75–10.649 g;Diameter varies: 22–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony within the Roman Empire. This is significant because Aurelianus, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of civil war and external threats. The coin's design serves as a representation of the emperor's goals and aspirations for a unified and prosperous Roman Empire.
