Carausius Antoninianus (RIC V issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20)

Catalog Reference

RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20

Ruler

Carausius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

286 AD-293 AD

Mint

Camulodunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP C DIOCLETIANVS AVG

Bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

PAX AVGGG

Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and vertical sceptre 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.

All Carausius coins Camulodunum mint All Antoninianus coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20?: RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 20?: The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C DIOCLETIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand with the inscription PAX AVGGG. Portrait type: radiate.