Carausius Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Carausius 654 · 286 AD-293 AD · Rotomagus
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IMP C CARAVSIVS AVG
Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVID[…] or PROVIDE AVG or PROVIDEN or PROVIDEN AVG
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carausius 654 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Rotomagus mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.74g, 21mm diameter.
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 654?
- RIC V Carausius 654 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Rotomagus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 654.
- How do you identify RIC V Carausius 654?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CARAVSIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PROVID[…] or PROVIDE AVG or PROVIDEN or PROVIDEN AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Carausius 654?
- RIC V Carausius 654 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.74g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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