Carausius Antoninianus, Felicitas reverse
RIC V Carausius 525 · 286 AD-293 AD
Obverse
IMP C CARAVSIVS P AVG
Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle, or bust of Carausius, radiate, cuirassed, left
Reverse
TEMP FELI or TEMPORVM FEL or TEMPORVM FELI or TEMPORVM FELICIT
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus or wreath in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carausius 525 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD). The reverse depicts Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus or wreath in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
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 525?
- RIC V Carausius 525 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 525.
- How do you identify RIC V Carausius 525?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle, or bust of Carausius, radiate, cuirassed, left with the inscription IMP C CARAVSIVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus or wreath in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription TEMP FELI or TEMPORVM FEL or TEMPORVM FELI or TEMPORVM FELICIT. Portrait type: radiate.
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