Antoninianus - Numerian PROVIDENT AVGG; Providentia
| Silver | 3.6 g | 22.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding ears of corn in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDENT AVGG
-/-//VXXI
Translation:
Providentia Duorum Augustorum.
Providence of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.25–4.61 g;Diameter varies: 21–24.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Numerian coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 283-284 AD, during the reign of Emperor Numerian, who was known for his attempts to reform the Roman economy and military. Despite these efforts, the empire was facing numerous challenges, including inflation, corruption, and external threats. The coin's design, which features the goddess Providentia on the reverse, may have been intended to promote the idea of divine providence and guidance during this tumultuous period.
