Carausius Antoninianus — RIC V Carausius 255

Catalog Reference

RIC V Carausius 255

Ruler

Carausius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

286 AD-293 AD

Mint

Camulodunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP C CARAVSIVS P F AVG

Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

LAETITIA AG or LAETITIA AVG

Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor or baton in left hand; sometimes at foot, globe

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius 255 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor or baton in left hand; sometimes at foot, globe.

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.

All Carausius coins Camulodunum mint All Antoninianus coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carausius 255?: RIC V Carausius 255 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 255.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius 255?: The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CARAVSIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor or baton in left hand; sometimes at foot, globe with the inscription LAETITIA AG or LAETITIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.