Antoninianus - Numerian (Posthumous; CONSECRATIO) (284-285) front Antoninianus - Numerian (Posthumous; CONSECRATIO) (284-285) back
Antoninianus - Numerian (Posthumous; CONSECRATIO) (284-285) photo
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Antoninianus - Numerian Posthumous; CONSECRATIO

 
Silver 3.4 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
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
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#298487
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle, standing front, head left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CONSECRATIO
-/-//KAA

Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.58–3.92 g;
Diameter varies: 21–23.5 mm;

Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a posthumous image of Emperor Numerian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 283 to 284 AD. Despite his short reign, Numerian's coinage is relatively rare, making this Antoninianus a valuable and unique piece for collectors.