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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carus IOVI VICTORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.7 g | 20.5 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI VICTORI
-/-//AKA
Translation: To Jupiter, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.84–4.01 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of the emperor Carus on the other. This coin was minted during Carus' reign, which lasted from 282 to 283 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The use of Jupiter's image on the coin may have been intended to emphasize Carus' connection to the gods and to convey a sense of divine authority. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency at the time.
