© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Diadumenian PRINC IVVENTVTIS
| Gold | 7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diadumenian, standing front, head right, holding standard in right hand and sceptre in left hand; on right, two standards surmounted by eagle, wreath on hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.33–7.13 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Diadumenian (PRINC IVVENTVTIS) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Roman emperor Diadumenian, while the reverse side features the Greek goddess Victory (Ivventus) holding a trophy and a palm branch. This blending of cultural influences reflects the multicultural nature of the Roman Empire during its time.
