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Antoninianus - Carus PROVIDENT AVGG; Providentia
| Silver | 4.2 g | 23 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 = 2 Denarii |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#296176 |
|---|---|
| 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 AVGG
-/-//RΔ
Translation:
Providentia Duorum Augustorum.
Providence of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carus (PROVIDENT AVGG; Providentia) was issued during a time of significant economic and military challenges for the Roman Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin's design emphasizes the theme of providence, suggesting that the Roman Empire was still confident in its ability to overcome these challenges and continue to thrive.
