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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Valerianus RESTITVTOR ORBIS
| Gold | 2.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Valerian, in military attire, standing left, raising kneeling woman with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR ORBIS
Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.24–2.346 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Valerianus (RESTITVTOR ORBIS) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Roma on the other. The coin's name, "RESTITVTOR ORBIS," translates to "Restorer of the World," which reflects Valerian's efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. Despite being issued over 1,700 years ago, this coin remains a valuable piece of history, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
