Antoninianus - Carus and Carinus IMP C M AVR CARINVS AVG
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| 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#296317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Carinus, radiate, draped, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP C M AVR CARINVS AVG
Translation:
Imperator, Caesar Marcus Aurelius Carinus Augustus.
Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar Marcus Aurelius Carinus emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of two Roman emperors, Carus and Carinus, who ruled simultaneously as co-emperors from 282 to 283 AD. This was a rare occurrence in Roman imperial history, as most emperors ruled alone or with a single co-emperor. The coin's design highlights the unusual political situation of the time, with both emperors depicted on the same coin, symbolizing their shared power and authority.
