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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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#298222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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 excesses and lavish spending, and its production was likely a attempt to address the economic challenges of the time by increasing the money supply. Despite these efforts, the coin's value was not sustainable and it eventually lost its value, becoming a rare collector's item.
