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Antoninianus - Carus PAX AVG; Pax
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22 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 | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296140 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 2.99–5.25 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. The coin features the image of the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse, which symbolizes peace and prosperity. This was a significant theme during Carus' reign, as he aimed to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of conflict and turmoil. The coin's design and message were meant to promote the idea of peace and unity throughout the empire, and it remains an interesting and valuable artifact from ancient Roman history.
