Carausius Antoninianus, Mars reverse (RIC V 438)

Catalog Reference

RIC V Carausius 438

Ruler

Carausius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

286 AD-293 AD

Mint

Camulodunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP CARAVSIVS P AVG

Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

VIRTVS AVG

Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius 438 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield.

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 438?: RIC V Carausius 438 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 438.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius 438?: The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CARAVSIVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.