Quinarius - Numerian ABVNDANTIA AVGG; Abundantia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| 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#298499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing left, emptying cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ABVNDANTIA AVGG
Translation:
Abundantia Duorum Augustorum.
Abundance of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Numerian coin features the goddess Abundantia on its reverse side, which is an interesting fact in itself. Abundantia was a minor Roman goddess who represented abundance, prosperity, and good fortune. She was often depicted holding a cornucopia, which symbolized her association with fertility and prosperity. The inclusion of Abundantia on the coin suggests that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of prosperity and good fortune during the reign of Emperor Numerian (283-284 AD).