Antoninianus - Carus RESTITVT ORBIS
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female figure, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to emperor, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear or sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVT ORBIS
(* on P)//XXI
Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVT ORBIS," means "Restorer of the World," which reflects the emperor Carus's ambition to restore the empire's power and prosperity. Despite this, the coin's minting was likely a response to the economic crisis caused by the continuous wars and excessive spending of previous emperors. The use of silver in the coin's production also indicates a decrease in the value of the Roman currency, as the empire struggled to maintain its economic stability.
