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Antoninianus - Carinus and Numerianus VOTA PVBLICA
| Silver | 3.27 g | 21.9 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 | 3.27 g |
| Diameter | 21.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Carinus and Numerian, draped, standing facing each other, sacrificing at tripod; behind, two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOTA PVBLICA
B//XXI
Translation:
Vota Publica.
The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.9–4.02 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of two Roman emperors, Carinus and Numerianus, on opposite sides, which was a unique design choice for coins during that time period.
