Aureus - Aurelianus PROVIDEN DEOR; Providentia
| 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#290827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing right, holding an ensign in each hand; Sol, radiate, standing left, holding globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDEN DEOR
Translation:
Providentia Deorum.
Foresight of the gods.
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. It was a valuable coin, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. The Aureus coin was made of gold, and it was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Augustus in 27 BC. The coin was used throughout the Roman Empire and was a symbol of the empire's wealth and power. I hope you find this information helpful!