Antoninianus - Numerian VNDIQVE VICTORES
| 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#298486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; sometimes on either side, captive.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VNDIQVE VICTORES
-/-//KAΓ
Translation:
Undique Victores.
[Emperors] victorious everywhere.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.2–3.98 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–24 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 emperor's image and the phrase "VNDIQVE VICTORES" (Conquerors of the World), reflects the empire's desire to project strength and power, even in the face of these challenges.