© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar PIETAS AVGG
| Silver | 3.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pontifical instruments, variously arranged.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS AVGG
-/-//KAZ
Translation:
Pietas Duorum Augustorum.
Piety of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (PIETAS AVGG) 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 known for his military campaigns against the Persians. Despite the challenges of war, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like this one, which showcased the imperial family and highlighted their values, such as piety (PIETAS AVGG) . This coin is a testament to the resilience and endurance of the Roman Empire during a time of conflict and change.
