Antoninianus - Carinus CLEMENTIA TEMP or CLEMENTIA • TEMP
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| 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#298390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter or Carus, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA TEMP or CLEMENTIA • TEMP
A//XXI
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Carinus and the goddess Clementia, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The year 285, when this coin was minted, was marked by a series of military disasters, political upheaval, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce coins like this one, which showcase the empire's enduring legacy and cultural achievements.
