Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand; sometimes at feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
-/-//PXXI
Translation:
Principi Juventutis.
To the prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.361–3.86 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Carinus, who was a Caesar (junior emperor) during the reign of his father, Carus. Carinus was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and Sarmatians, and this coin may have been minted to commemorate one of his victories. Additionally, the coin's design includes the inscription "PRINCIPI IVVENTVT," which translates to "to the prince of youth," highlighting Carinus's status as a young and powerful leader.
