© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Aquilia Severa CONCORDIA S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 17 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220-222 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277080 |
|---|---|
| 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; in left field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA S C
Translation:
Concordia Senatus Consultum.
Harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.36–20.57 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on one side, which symbolizes harmony and unity. This is significant because it suggests that the Roman Empire valued these qualities and wanted to promote them through their currency. Additionally, the fact that it's made of bronze and weighs 17g suggests that it was a widely used and accessible coin for the average person in ancient Rome.
