Antoninianus - Numerian (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-284) front Antoninianus - Numerian (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-284) back
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Antoninianus - Numerian PAX AVGG; Pax

 
Silver - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#298438
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PAX AVGG
B/-//-

Translation:
Pax Duorum Augustorum.
Peace of the two emperors (Augusti).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Numerian coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was decreased during this period, which led to inflation and a decrease in the value of the currency. Despite this, the coin still features the symbol of Pax (peace) on its reverse side, highlighting the importance of peace and stability in the Roman Empire.