Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar PAX AVGVSTI; Pax
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVGVSTI
-/T//XXI
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace provided by the Emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.01–3.76 g;Diameter varies: 21–23 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (PAX AVGVSTI; Pax) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted 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 bears the symbol of Pax (peace) on its reverse side, highlighting the Roman Empire's enduring aspiration for peace and prosperity.
