Antoninianus - Carus and Carinus PAX AVG; Pax
| 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#296320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVG
B/-//-
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carus and Carinus (PAX AVG; Pax) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's production was part of a larger effort by the Roman government to stabilize the economy and maintain order during a period of political upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the lives of the people who used it and the leaders who issued it.
