Antoninianus - Carus and Carinus VICTORIA AVGG; Victory
| 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#296323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; on either side, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGG
A/-//-
Translation:
Victoria Duorum Augustorum.
Victory of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Carus and Carinus, is notable for its unique design. It depicts the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) standing on the prow of a ship, with the two emperors standing behind her. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over the seas. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power was a common theme in Roman art and coinage during this period.