Carausius Antoninianus, Salus reverse
RIC V Carausius 983 · 286 AD-293 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG
Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SALVS AVG
Salus, draped, standing left, holding sceptre and feeding snake rising from altar; sometimes holding patera
About This Type
This RIC V Carausius 983 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD). The reverse depicts Salus, draped, standing left, holding sceptre and feeding snake rising from altar; sometimes holding patera. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.73g.
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 983?
- RIC V Carausius 983 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius 983.
- How do you identify RIC V Carausius 983?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, standing left, holding sceptre and feeding snake rising from altar; sometimes holding patera with the inscription SALVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Carausius 983?
- RIC V Carausius 983 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.73g, die axis 6 h, struck.
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