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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carus AEQVITAS AVGG or AEQVITAS AV•GG; Aequitas
| Silver | 4.3 g | 22.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AEQVITAS AVGG or AEQVITAS AV•GG
-/A//-
Translation:
Aequitas Duorum Augustorum.
Equity of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.89–4.86 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 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 - Carus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and monetary stabilization efforts by the Roman Empire. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Aequitas (Equity) on the reverse, symbolized the Empire's commitment to fairness and justice in trade and commerce. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in facilitating economic transactions and promoting trust in the Roman monetary system.
