Antoninianus - Numerian VNDIQVE VICTORES
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#298482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; sometimes on either side, captive.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VNDIQVE VICTORES
-/-//KAς
Translation:
Undique Victores.
[Emperors] victorious everywhere.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Numerian on one side and the inscription "VNDIQVE VICTORES" on the other, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 283-284 AD, during the reign of Numerian, who was a military leader who became emperor after the death of his father, Carus. However, Numerian's reign was cut short when he was assassinated by his own soldiers during a campaign against the Persians. This event marked the beginning of a period of political instability in the empire, which would last for several decades. Despite this turmoil, the Antoninianus coin remained in circulation and is now a highly sought-after collector's item.