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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Carus VIRTVS AVGGG
| Silver | 3.9 g | 21 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Carus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding parazonium in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter or Carinus or Numerian standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGGG
A//XXI
Translation:
Virtus Trium Augustorum.
Courage of the three emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.02–4.42 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 Carus, who was the Roman Emperor from 282 to 283 AD. The coin features an image of Carus on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, with the inscription "VIRTVS AVGGG" which stands for "Virtus Augustorum" or "The Virtue of the Emperors." This coin was made of silver and weighed 3.9 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. It's interesting to note that the Antoninianus - Carus coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant wars and barbarian invasions. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to thrive and issue coins like this one, which showcase the empire's rich history and culture.
