Antoninianus - Carinus AETERNIT AVG; Aeternitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeternitas, draped, standing left, holding phoenix on globe in right hand and lifting robe with left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AETERNIT AVG
-/-//KAΓ
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus (AETERNIT AVG; Aeternitas) was issued during a time of significant economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was debased, containing only about 20% silver, compared to the earlier Antoninianus coins that had a higher silver content. This debasement was likely a result of the economic pressures and military expenses of the time, and it marked a significant departure from the earlier Roman coinage that had been known for its high silver content. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire.