Bidspirit auction | Orlean: Father Christmas (graded in

Orlean: Father Christmas (graded in office/sideboard display box) (Antique collectible) (NGC graded VF including COA) - Product Details: Bronze Coin of Emperor Aurelian in a Plate Box - ”Father Christmas” Theme Commemorating December 25 (as ”Natella Solis Invicti”.\ The Unconquered Sun) Coin Highlights: This ancient graded bronze coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270–275 AD). Presented in a secure plate box labeled ”Father Christmas”. *Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and elegant display packaging. Obverse: Portrait of Emperor Aurelian, who restored order to the empire and strengthened the Roman state religion. Reverse: Various designs symbolizing victory, renewal, and imperial unity. Issued to commemorate the Edict of Aurelian defining December 25 as the feast of Solis Invicti - the Birth of the Unconquered Sun. Bridges Roman history to the later Christmas tradition, and gives Aurelian the title of ”Father of Christmas”. The reign of Emperor Aurelian marked the restoration of stability after decades of crisis. The establishment of the Festival of the Sun on December 25 honored the rebirth of light during the winter solstice, a celebration that later influenced the date of Christmas itself. This beautifully packaged plaque box contains an authentic ancient bronze coin combined with the historical context that links the legacy of Aurelian to centuries of seasonal tradition. A unique gift or collector's item that combines numismatics, history and the story behind one of the world's most enduring holidays Add this unique coin to your collection today. The item is inspected and certified by the auction house.