Quinarius - Carinus as Caesar MARTI VICTORI; Mars
| 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#296355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI VICTORI
Translation:
Marti Victori.
To Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Carinus as Caesar and bearing the image of Mars (MARTI VICTORI) was minted 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 died shortly after his father's death in 283 AD, leading to a period of instability and conflict in the empire. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the political and cultural landscape of the Roman Empire during this time.