Numerian Antoninianus, Numerian reverse
RIC V Carus 366 · 282 AD-283 AD · Ticinum · Issued under Carus
Obverse
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Obverse
M AVR NVMERIANVS NOB C
Bust of Numerian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Numerian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PRINCIPI IVVENT or PRINCIPI IVVENTVT
Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing or walking left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 366 is an antoninianus of Numerian, issued under Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing or walking left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
About the Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Carus 366?
- RIC V Carus 366 is a Silver Antoninianus of Numerian issued under Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 366.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 366?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Numerian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Numerian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription M AVR NVMERIANVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Numerian, draped, cuirassed, standing or walking left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPI IVVENT or PRINCIPI IVVENTVT. Portrait type: radiate.
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