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Denarius - Sallustia Orbiana CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Silver | 2.7 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 225-227 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augusti.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.37–3.952 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Sallustia Orbiana coin is that it features the image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of concordance and cooperation during the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, who issued the coin. The coin's design was meant to promote unity and stability within the Roman Empire, which was facing various challenges and conflicts at the time.
