Antoninianus - Carinus IOVI VICTORI; Jupiter
| 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#298306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI VICTORI
-/-//KAB
Translation: To Jupiter, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus (IOVI VICTORI; Jupiter) is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Carinus, who was emperor from 283 to 285 AD, a period marked by inflation, corruption, and military conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was made of silver, indicating the continued importance of trade and commerce in the empire.
