Antoninianus - Carus PAX AVG; Pax
| Silver | 3.9 g | 21 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing or walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVG
-/-//-
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse, suggests that the Roman Empire was promoting a message of peace and stability during a period of conflict and upheaval. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design demonstrate the advanced craftsmanship and technical skills of Roman minting techniques.