Antoninianus - Carinus SAECVLI FELICITAS
| 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#298223 |
|---|---|
| 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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carinus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Carinus, who was the Roman Emperor from 283 to 285 AD. These coins were minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Carinus' reign and were known for their high silver content, which made them popular among collectors and traders. The coin features an image of Carinus on one side and the goddess Felicitas on the other, with the inscription "SAECVLI FELICITAS" meaning "Happiness of the Age" in Latin. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact among numismatists and historians, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
