Carinus Antoninianus, Mars reverse
RIC V Carus 149 · 282 AD-283 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Carus
Obverse
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Obverse
CARINVS NOBIL CAES
Bust of Carinus, radiate, cuirassed, right, sometimes holding spear, or bust of Carinus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped scetpre in right hand, or bust of Carinus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
MARS VICTOR
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 149 is an antoninianus of Carinus, issued under Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Carus 149?
- RIC V Carus 149 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carinus issued under Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 149.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 149?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carinus, radiate, cuirassed, right, sometimes holding spear, or bust of Carinus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped scetpre in right hand, or bust of Carinus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription CARINVS NOBIL CAES. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand with the inscription MARS VICTOR. Portrait type: radiate.
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