Aureus - Didius Julianus CONCORD MILIT; Concordia
193 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Didius Julianus (Marcus Didius Iulianus) (193) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing front, head left, holding legionary eagle in right hand and standard in left hand (or two legionary eagles).
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORD MILIT
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
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 as a way for the Roman government to distribute gold to its citizens. The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time, and it was used to pay soldiers, civil servants, and other officials. The use of the Aureus coin as a means of payment and distribution of gold helped to promote economic stability and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire.
