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Antoninianus - Carus CONSECRATIO
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| 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#296285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle, standing right, head left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSECRATIO
A/-//SMSXXI
Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus (CONSECRATIO) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 283 to 285 AD. The coin features an image of Carus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Consecratio on the other. Consecratio was a minor Roman goddess who was associated with the consecration of emperors, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the legitimacy and divine approval of Carus' rule. Despite being a relatively common coin, the Antoninianus - Carus (CONSECRATIO) is still highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and aesthetic appeal.
