Aureus - Aurelianus (CONSERVAT AVG; Sol) (270-275) front Aureus - Aurelianus (CONSERVAT AVG; Sol) (270-275) back
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Aureus - Aurelianus CONSERVAT AVG; Sol

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#291202
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; at his feet, captive.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONSERVAT AVG

Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Aureus - Aurelianus coin has an interesting fact that it was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and it was made of gold. This coin was used for large transactions and was considered a symbol of wealth and power.