The “Father of Christmas”
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Aurelian Father Christmas
Item # 009480 
Very Fine Condition  
Price: $49.95
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Country:
 Rome
Date:
 270-275 AD
Metal:
 Bronze
Denomination:
 Denarii  
Diameter:
 16 mm approx
Condition:
 Very Fine
Obverse:
 Aurelian bust
Reverse:
 Assorted
Packaging:
 Display Folder
By establishing December 25, 275 A.D. as the Festival of the Sun God, Roman Emperor Aurelian began the tradition of Christmas! Relentlessly persecuted, early Christians used the festival to celebrate the birth of Christ without being detected. Aurelian has been known as “The Father of Christmas” ever since. This 1,730-year-old bronze Denarii featuring Aurelian is sure to make a unique holiday gift.