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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carus VIRTVS AVGG
| Silver | 3.2 g | 22.5 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 | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGG
-/-//KAΓ
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.42–3.87 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carus (VIRTVS AVGG) was minted during a time of significant economic and military change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was reduced during this period, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to expand its territories and military conquests during Carus' reign.
