Quinarius - Carinus as Caesar GENIVS EXERC; Genius
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (282-283) |
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296354 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, standing, sacrificing in temple, holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIVS EXERC
Translation:
Genius Exercitus.
To the genius (guardian spirit) of the army.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (GENIVS EXERC; Genius) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Genius, the personification of the Roman people, and the legend "GENIVS EXERC," or "Genius of the Exercitus," reflects the growing influence of the Roman military during this period. The coin's silver content also speaks to the empire's increasing reliance on silver currency during this time. Overall, the Quinarius coin offers a unique glimpse into the political and economic climate of the Roman Empire in the late 3rd century AD.