Aureus - Aurelianus CONCORDI 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#290974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDI LEGI
Translation:
Concordia Legionum.
Harmony of the legions.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin was used as a means of payment for Roman soldiers, and it was also used to pay taxes. In fact, the Roman Empire's tax system was based on the value of the Aureus, with certain taxes being equivalent to a certain number of Aurei. This highlights the importance of the coin in the Roman economy and the trust that people had in its value.