Nigrinian Antoninianus, Eagle reverse
RIC V Carus 472 · 284 AD-285 AD · Rome · Issued under Carinus
Obverse
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Obverse
DIVO NIGRIANO
Head of Nigrinian, radiate, right
Reverse
CONSECRATIO
Eagle, standing front, head left
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 472 is an antoninianus of Nigrinian, issued under Carinus (284 AD-285 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing front, head left.
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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Carus 472?
- RIC V Carus 472 is a Silver Antoninianus of Nigrinian issued under Carinus (284 AD-285 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 472.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 472?
- The obverse depicts Head of Nigrinian, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO NIGRIANO. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing front, head left with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.
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