Denarius - Aquilia Severa CONCORDIA; Concordia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar and holding double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Aquilia Severa coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his controversial and unconventional reign. One of his most notable actions was to introduce a new form of currency, the antoninianus, which was a silver coin that was intended to replace the denarius. However, the antoninianus was not well received by the Roman people, and it ultimately led to inflation and economic instability. Despite this, the Denarius - Aquilia Severa coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
