Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar PRINCIPI IVVENT
| 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#296368 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding baton in right hand and spear or sceptre in left hand; to right, two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI IVVENT
-/-//XXIT
Translation:
Principi Juventutis.
To the prince of the youth.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar is that it 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 features the traditional imagery and symbols of Roman power, such as the portrait of the emperor and the she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus, highlighting the enduring spirit of the Roman people during this time.
