Quinarius - Carinus as Caesar VIRTVS AVG
| 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#296358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Carus, draped, cuirassed, riding right, riding down enemy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (VIRTVS AVG) 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. Despite his short reign, the coin bearing his image and title remains a valuable piece for collectors and historians, offering a glimpse into the political and economic climate of the Roman Empire during that time.