Antoninianus - Numerianus as Caesar PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
C/-//-
Translation:
Principi Juventutis.
To the prince of the youth.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Numerianus as Caesar (PRINCIPI IVVENTVT) 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 Numerianus, 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 and serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the Roman Empire during this period.