Denarius - Carus CARINVS NOBIL CAES
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Carinus, laureate, cuirassed, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CARINVS NOBIL CAES
Translation:
Carinus Nobilis Caesar.
Noble Caesar Carinus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Carus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. It's interesting to note that Carus was the first Roman emperor to be born outside of Italy, in the province of Illyricum (modern-day Albania). Despite his foreign origins, Carus was able to rise through the ranks of the Roman military and eventually seize the throne, becoming the first emperor of the "Illyrian" dynasty. This coin is a testament to the diversity and inclusivity of the Roman Empire, which allowed individuals from all corners of the empire to rise to positions of power and influence.