Antoninianus - Numerian and Carinus VOTA PVBLICA
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Numerian and Carinus, draped, standing facing each other, sacrificing at altar; behind, two ensigns.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VOTA PVBLICA
-/-//SMSXXIΓ
Translation:
Vota Publica.
The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the "Crisis of the Third Century." This period saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the very survival of the empire. Despite these challenges, the Roman mint continued to produce coins like the Antoninianus, which remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence.
