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Aureus - Carinus VIRTVS CA[ ]N[ ]NAICTI AVG; Hercules
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| 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#298387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, leaning on club on rock with right hand and holding lion's skin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS CA[ ]N[ ]NAICTI AVG
-/-//K
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Carinus coin features an image of Hercules on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. Hercules was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage. The inclusion of Hercules on the coin may have been a way to emphasize the power and authority of the Roman Empire.
