Antoninianus - Carus PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 3.6 g | - |
| 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 | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, globe.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
PROVIDENT AVG
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Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
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 an image of the goddess Providentia on the reverse, which was a common motif during Carus' reign. Providentia was the goddess of foresight and providence, and her presence on the coin was meant to symbolize the emperor's ability to provide for the welfare of his people. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that Carus was a wise and capable leader who was guided by the gods.