Antoninianus - Carinus SAECVLI FELICITAS
| Silver | 3.9 g | 22 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 | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAECVLI FELICITAS
-/D//-
Translation:
Saeculi Felicitas.
Age of good fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.92–4.6 g;Diameter varies: 21–23.29 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 economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Carinus, who was known for his lavish spending and military campaigns, which put a strain on the empire's resources. As a result, the coin's silver content was reduced to 3.9 grams, which was significantly lower than the standard 4.2 grams of previous issues. This decrease in silver content was likely a result of the economic pressures of the time and is a notable feature of this particular coin.
