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Aureus - Aurelianus RESTITVTOR ORIENTIS; Sol
| Gold | 5.6 g | 21 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR ORIENTIS
Translation:
Restitutor Orientis.
Restorer of the east.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.39–5.77 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 was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prosperity. The coin's design, which features the emperor's portrait and the god Sol, reflects Aurelian's efforts to promote the cult of the sun god and his association with the Roman state religion. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
