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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carinus VIRTVS AVGGG
| Silver | 3.9 g | 20 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 | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear or sceptre in right hand and receiving globe from Jupiter or Carus standing left, holding sceptre.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGGG
Γ//SMSXXI
Translation:
Virtus Trium Augustorum.
Courage of the three emperors (Augusti).
Comment
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's silver content was decreased during this period, which led to inflation and economic hardship for many people. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering insights into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
