Carus Antoninianus, Carinus reverse
RIC V Carus 177 · 282 AD-283 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
M AVR CARINVS NOB C
Bust of Carinus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PRINCIPI IVVENT
Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 177 is an antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.06g, 23mm diameter.
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 Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Carus 177?
- RIC V Carus 177 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 177.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 177?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carinus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription M AVR CARINVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Carinus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPI IVVENT. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Carus 177?
- RIC V Carus 177 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.06g, diameter 23mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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