Aureus - Uranius Antoninus FECVNDITAS AVG; Fortuna
| Gold | 5.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Uranius Antoninus (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-254 |
| Value | Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#284759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna (?), draped, standing left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Lettering: FECVNDITAS AVG
Translation:
Fecunditas Augustae.
Imperial fertility.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.53–5.56 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Uranius Antoninus (FECVNDITAS AVG; Fortuna) coin is that it features the image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Uranius Antoninus, a lesser-known Roman emperor who ruled for a brief period in the 3rd century AD. Despite its age, the coin remains in relatively good condition, with its gold content and intricate details still visible, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians alike.
