© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Numerianus as Caesar CLEMENTIA • TEMP
| Silver | 4.1 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (282-283) |
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter or Carus, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA • TEMP
A//XXI
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.55–4.61 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Numerianus as Caesar (CLEMENTIA • TEMP) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 282-283 AD, during the reign of Emperor Numerian, who was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to reform the Roman currency. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire was facing significant economic and political challenges at the time, including inflation, corruption, and external threats. The coin's design, which features Numerianus as Caesar, reflects the political tensions of the time, as Numerian's position as Caesar was seen as a way to solidify his power and legitimacy as a ruler.
