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#296432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing or walking left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; behind, two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
-/-//QXXI
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 minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased, meaning it contained less silver than previous coins, which was a common practice during this period to increase the minting of coins and stimulate the economy. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This fact highlights the complexities of the Roman economy during this time period and the challenges faced by the empire's leaders in maintaining economic stability.
