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Aureus - Aurelianus P M TB P V•II•COS•II P P; Mars
| Gold | 6.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 274-275 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TB P V•II•COS•II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the seventh time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.23–6.39 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on military conquest and expansion. Additionally, the coin's gold content and high denomination suggest that it was a valuable and prestigious currency during its time.
