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Antoninianus - Carus VIRTVS AVGG
| Billon (.042 silver) | 3.3 g | 21.5 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 (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Billon (.042 silver) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
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Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Carus, who was the Roman Emperor from 282 to 283 AD. The coin's design features the image of Carus on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, which symbolizes the emperor's role as the protector of the Roman Empire. The use of Billon, a metal alloy containing 0.042 silver, was a common practice during this time period, as it helped to reduce the cost of producing coins while still maintaining their durability. Despite its relatively low silver content, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely accepted form of currency throughout the Roman Empire during its time.
