Quinarius - Carus PROVIDE AVG or PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| 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#296191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at foot, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDE AVG or PROVIDENT AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Carus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Carus, while the reverse depicts the goddess Providentia, who was believed to protect the Roman people and their currency. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the emperor's role as a protector and guardian of the empire.