Carausius Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Carausius 346 · 286 AD-293 AD · Camulodunum
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IMP C CARAVSIVS P AVG
Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVID AVG
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe
About This Type
This RIC V Carausius 346 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.32g.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Carausius 346?
- RIC V Carausius 346 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 346.
- How do you identify RIC V Carausius 346?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CARAVSIVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe with the inscription PROVID AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Carausius 346?
- RIC V Carausius 346 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.32g, die axis 6 h, struck.
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