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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Numerian VIRTVS AVGG
| Silver | 3.7 g | 21 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Numerian coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Numerian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 283 to 284 AD. The coin features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a victorious leader. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the political and cultural values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
