Quinarius - Quintillus AETERNIT AVG; Sol
270 year| Silver | 2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Quintillus (Marcus Aurelius Claudius Quintillus) (270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 270 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNIT AVG
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Quintillus coin was used during the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Quintillus in the 3rd century AD. It was made of silver and weighed 2 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured an image of the Roman sun god, Sol, on one side, and the emperor's name and title on the other. The coin was used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the Roman economy.