Antoninianus - Carus (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) (282-283) front Antoninianus - Carus (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) (282-283) back
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Antoninianus - Carus VICTORIA AVG; Victory

 
Silver 3 g -
Description
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 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#296296
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVG
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Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory 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 the image of the goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The use of the goddess Victory on coins was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its victories over its enemies. The coin's design also includes the inscription "VICTORIA AVG," which stands for "Victory of the Emperor." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic and political systems of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.