Antoninianus - Nigrinian Posthumous; CONSECRATIO
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Nigrinian (Marcus Aurelius Nigrinianus) (283-285) |
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 284-285 |
| 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#298549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle standing on altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSECRATIO
OF/II/KA(crescent)O
Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Nigrinian coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued posthumously, meaning after the death of the emperor it depicts. It was minted in 284-285 AD, during the reign of Emperor Diocletian, who was known for his extensive reforms of the Roman Empire, including the introduction of a new system of coinage. The coin features an image of Emperor Nigrinian, who was a short-lived emperor who ruled for only a few months in 284 AD before being killed in battle. Despite its rarity and historical significance, the coin is still relatively affordable for collectors, with prices ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on its condition and provenance.
