Quinarius - Carinus (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-285) front Quinarius - Carinus (PAX AVGG; Pax) (283-285) back
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Quinarius - Carinus PAX AVGG; Pax

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
283-285
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
References
Numista
N#298327
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax, draped, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Scripts: Latin, Greek

Lettering:
PAX AVGG
-/-//Δ

Translation:
Pax Duorum Augustorum.
Peace of the two emperors (Augusti).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Quinarius - Carinus coin was minted during a time of significant political upheaval in the Roman Empire. The coin's mintage period, 283-285 AD, coincided with the reign of the Roman Emperor Carinus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of civil war. Despite the challenges of the time, the Quinarius - Carinus coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection of ancient coins.