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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Double Aureus "Binio" - Volusianus CONCORDIA AVGG; Concordia
| Gold | 5.7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | 2 Aurei (25) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand; star in field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGG
Translation:
Concordia Duorum Augustorum.
Harmony of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.54–5.94 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Aureus "Binio" - Volusianus coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Concordia (CONCORDIA AVGG) on one side, which symbolizes harmony and unity, while the other side bears the image of the emperor Volusianus (251-253 AD). This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant wars and political instability, making the image of Concordia a powerful symbol of hope for a more peaceful and harmonious future.
