What is RIC V Carus 148?

RIC V Carus 148 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 148.

How do you identify RIC V Carus 148?

The obverse depicts Bust of Carinus, laurete, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS CARINI NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: cuirassed.

Carus Aureus — RIC V Carus 148

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Carus 148

Ruler

Carus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

282 AD-283 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

cuirassed

Obverse

VIRTVS CARINI NOB CAES

Bust of Carinus, laurete, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand

Reverse

VICTORIA AVG

Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Carus 148 is an aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

About the Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carus 148?: RIC V Carus 148 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 148.
How do you identify RIC V Carus 148?: The obverse depicts Bust of Carinus, laurete, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS CARINI NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: cuirassed.