Quinarius - Carus and Carinus as Caesar M AVR CARINVS C
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Caesar | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust to waist of Carus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left, holding Victory on globe in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M AVR CARINVS C
Translation:
Marcus Aurelius Carinus Caesar.
Marcus Aurelius Carinus Caesar.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of both Carus and Carinus, who were co-emperors during their reign (282-283 AD). This is a unique feature, as most coins from this era only depicted a single emperor. This coin is a rare example of a coin that highlights the joint rule of two emperors, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.