Denarius - Diadumenian PRINC IVVENTVTIS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| 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#277306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diadumenian, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; on right, two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Diadumenian (PRINC IVVENTVTIS) coin is that it features a rare and unique design element. The obverse side of the coin depicts the emperor Diadumenian, son of Macrinus, wearing a crown of flowers and holding a scepter, while the reverse side shows a victorious charioteer driving a quadriga, or four-horse chariot, with the goddess Victory standing behind him. This design was meant to symbolize the power and glory of the Roman Empire, and it is considered one of the most beautiful and iconic coin designs of the Roman period.
