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Bronze Coin of Severina, Wife of Aurelian - Scarce

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Bronze Coin of Severina, Wife of Aurelian - Scarce
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Aurelian was the son of a mere peasant farmer, born around 215 A.D., who rose to power after an impressive military career. He served under both Gallienus and Claudius II. When Claudius died, the army refused to recognize his brother Quintillus as successor, and instead proclaimed Aurelian emperor in 270 A.D. Aurelian was often vindictive against those officials who slighted him. He was murdered in 275 A.D., when high ranking officials in the Praetorian Guard feared repraisals from Aurelianus. It is believed that at the death of Aurelian, Severina ruled herself as emperor for a short time! At no other time in Roman history was a woman ruling of her own right. JC-30101-187 JC-30287 - All items may be shipped or picked up locally within one week of sale. We will provide shipping estimates to the winning bidders or winning bidders may arrange their own shipping.