Catalog Reference
RIC V Carausius 1074
Ruler
Carausius
Denomination
Denarius
Date
286 AD-293 AD
Metal
Silver
Portrait Type
laureate

Obverse

IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG

Bust of Carausius, laureate, draped, right

Reverse

[…]AVGG

Jupiter, standing right, holding spear in right hand and presenting thunderbolt to Hercules, standing left, holding club and lion's skin

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius 1074 is a denarius of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD). The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, holding spear in right hand and presenting thunderbolt to Hercules, standing left, holding club and lion's skin.

About the Denarius

The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carausius 1074?
RIC V Carausius 1074 is a Silver Denarius of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 1074.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius 1074?
The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, laureate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, holding spear in right hand and presenting thunderbolt to Hercules, standing left, holding club and lion's skin with the inscription […]AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.

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