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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carinus AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
| Silver | 3.7 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298265 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AEQVITAS AVG
-/-//KAZ
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.52–3.97 g;Diameter varies: 22–22.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carinus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Carinus, who was the Roman Emperor from 283 to 285 AD. The coin features an image of Carinus on one side and the goddess Aequitas on the other, with the inscription "AEQVITAS AVG" which stands for "Aequitas Augusti" or "The Equity of the Emperor". This coin was used to promote the idea that Carinus' rule was fair and just, and that he was a strong and capable leader. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
