© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carinus CLEMENTIA TEMP or CLEMENTIA • TEMP
| Silver | 3.9 g | 21 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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
Mass varies: 3.147–4.63 g;Diameter varies: 19–22.36 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Carinus coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Carinus, who was the son of the previous emperor, Carus. Carinus' reign was marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic troubles, which led to a significant decrease in the value of the Roman currency. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus - Carinus coin remained a widely used and highly valued currency throughout the empire.
