Antoninianus - Carus ABVNDANTIA AVG or ABVNDANT AVG; Abundantia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| 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#296210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ABVNDANTIA AVG or ABVNDANT AVG
-/-//TXXI
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti.
Imperial abundance.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was minted during a time of economic crisis in the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Carus (282-283 AD). To address the economic issues, Carus introduced a new currency reform, which included the minting of this coin. The coin's design featured the goddess Abundantia on the reverse, symbolizing prosperity and abundance, and was meant to promote the idea that the empire was experiencing a period of economic growth and prosperity. Despite this, the coin's production was short-lived, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.