Aureus - Carinus as Caesar Draped, cuirassed; VICTORIA CAESARIS; Victory
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, galloping left in biga, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA CAESARIS
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Translation:
Victoria Caesaris.
Victory of the Caesars.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar is that it was issued during a time of significant political upheaval in the Roman Empire. Carinus, who was the son of the emperor Carus, was appointed as Caesar by his father in 282 AD, but he was killed the following year, in 283 AD, during a military campaign against the Goths. Despite his short reign, the coin bearing his image was still minted and circulated, providing a glimpse into the tumultuous political climate of the Roman Empire during that time period.