Roman Imperial | Numerian | AE Antoninianus | 283-284 CE | Mercury

Description: Numerian | AE Antoninianus Reference: RIC V.2 416 Date: 283-284 CE Obverse: IMP NVMERIANVS AVG; bust, radiate, cuirassed, right Reverse: PIETAS AVGG: Mercury, standing left, holding purse in right hand and caduceus in left hand. KAΔ in exergue Mint: Rome Size: 20.6 mm Weight: 2.81 grams A decent starter antoninianus of the emperor Numerian. Comes with old dealer tag. Numerian's coins are relatively scarce compared to other emperors of the third century. This is in large part due to the brevity of his reign, being Caesar for less than a year (September 282- July 283 CE) and Augustus for less than one and a half years (July 283 - November 284 CE). He accompanied his father Carus on a victorious campaign against the Persians in 283 CE. However, Carus got struck by lightening in the aftermath of the victory and Numerian was forced to pull back to Roman territory. He was betrayed by his prefect Aper, and his putrefying body was discovered in the imperial coach before the army had returned to Rome in late 284 CE. ROUGH. A very affordable example. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!

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