Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aureus
Noun
/ˈɔː.ri.əs/
Definition
Aureus is an ancient Roman gold coin that was used as currency.
Examples
- The aureus was a significant coin in trade during the Roman Empire.
- Collecting aureus coins is popular among ancient currency enthusiasts.
- Historians study the aureus to understand Roman economic practices.
Meaning
The term ‘aureus’ originates from Latin, meaning ‘golden’. It generally refers to anything that is gold in color or made of gold.
Synonyms
- Gold coin
- Currency
- Imperial coin
