Aureus - Aurelianus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
| 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#290976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left on wheel, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FORTVNA REDVX
-/-//-
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Aurelianus (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and Emperor Aurelian on the other. This coin was minted during Aurelian's reign (270-275 AD) and was used as standard circulation currency throughout the Roman Empire. It is made of gold, which was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time.
