Antoninianus - Carus VIRTVS AVG
| 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#296300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding parazonium in right hand and receiving globe from Jupiter standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
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 emperor on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military victories and power. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant change from previous coins, which were made of bronze or copper, and reflected the empire's increasing wealth and influence.
