Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (282-283) |
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| 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#296331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS VICTOR
-/-//-
Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (MARS VICTOR; Mars) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued in 282-283 AD, during the reign of Emperor Carus, who was attempting to restore stability to the empire after a period of civil wars and external threats. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the traditional imagery of Roman coins, including the god Mars on the reverse, highlighting the empire's military prowess and the importance of the Roman gods in the eyes of the people.