Antoninianus - Carinus VIRTVTI AVGG; Hercules
| 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#298320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, leaning on club with right hand and holding bow and lion's skin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTI AVGG
-/-//KAZ
Translation:
Virtuti Duorum Augustorum.
To the courage of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus (VIRTVTI AVGG; Hercules) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various gods and goddesses, including Hercules, who was a popular deity among the Roman people. This coin, in particular, features Hercules holding a club and wearing a lion's skin, symbolizing his strength and bravery. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that Carinus was a powerful and strong leader, much like Hercules himself.