Carausius Antoninianus (RIC V issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 30)

Catalog Reference

RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 30

Ruler

Carausius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

286 AD-293 AD

Mint

Camulodunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP DIOCLETIANVS P AVG

Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

VIRTVS AVGGG

Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 30 is an antoninianus of Carausius (286 AD-293 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with 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 30?: RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 30 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 30.
How do you identify RIC V Carausius issuing for Diocletian/Maximian 30?: The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP DIOCLETIANVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVGGG. Portrait type: radiate.