How do you identify RIC V Carausius 620?

The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, laureate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Altar, inscribed MVLTIS XX IMP with the inscription VOTVM PVBLIC. Portrait type: laureate.

Carausius Antoninianus, Altar reverse (RIC V 620)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Carausius 620

Ruler

Carausius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

286 AD-293 AD

Mint

Uncertain Value

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG

Bust of Carausius, laureate, draped, right

Reverse

VOTVM PVBLIC

Altar, inscribed MVLTIS XX IMP

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius 620 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Altar, inscribed MVLTIS XX IMP.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carausius 620?: RIC V Carausius 620 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 620.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius 620?: The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, laureate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Altar, inscribed MVLTIS XX IMP with the inscription VOTVM PVBLIC. Portrait type: laureate.