Aureus - Aurelianus CONCORD LEGI; Concordia
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORD LEGI
Translation:
Concordia Legionum.
Harmony of the legions.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Aurelianus coin has an interesting fact that the Roman Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) introduced a new monetary system, and this coin was part of that system. The Aureus was a gold coin that became the standard for the Roman Empire's currency, replacing the previous Denarius, which had been devalued over time. The Aureus was equivalent to 25 silver Denarii and was used as a means of stabilizing the Roman economy.
