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Aureus - Numerian ABVNDANTIA AVGG; Abundantia
| Gold | 4.78 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.78 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing left, emptying cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ABVNDANTIA AVGG
Unabridged legend: Abundantia Duorum Augustorum.
Translation: Abundance of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Abundantia (ABVNDANTIA AVGG) depicted on the coin is a personification of the concept of abundance, prosperity, and good fortune. She is often depicted holding a cornucopia, which symbolizes an overflowing abundance of goods and resources. This image was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of prosperity and abundance, where the citizens could enjoy a high standard of living. It's also worth noting that the Aureus was a high-denomination coin, equivalent to 25 silver denarii, and was used for large transactions and as a store of value. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its weight of 4.78g made it a substantial coin.
