Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar VIRTVTI AVG; Hercules
| 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#296351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, leaning on club with right hand and holding bow and lion's skin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTI AVG
-/-//KAB
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti.
To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (VIRTVTI AVG; Hercules) 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 known for his military campaigns against the Persians. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin still features a beautiful image of Hercules on the reverse side, highlighting the enduring cultural significance of Greek mythology in Roman society.
