© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Numerian PIETAS AVGG; Pietas
| Silver | 3.5 g | 20.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing right, raising right hand, holding box of perfumes or globe in left hand; before her, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS AVGG
C/-//-
Translation:
Pietas Duorum Augustorum.
Piety of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.453–3.48 g;Diameter varies: 19–21.6 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Numerian coin is that it features the image of Pietas, the personification of piety, on the reverse side. This image was a common motif in Roman art and symbolized the importance of devotion and loyalty to the state and the emperor. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that the emperor was a divine authority and that his rule was sanctioned by the gods. The use of Pietas on the coinage was a way for the Roman government to reinforce its ideological message and to promote unity and loyalty among its citizens.
