What is RIC V Carus 4?

RIC V Carus 4 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (283 AD-285 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 4.

How do you identify RIC V Carus 4?

The obverse depicts Head of Carus, laureate, right with the inscription DIVO CARO PIO. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing right, head left with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: laureate.

Carus Aureus — RIC V Carus 4

Catalog Reference

RIC V Carus 4

Ruler

Carus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

283 AD-285 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

DIVO CARO PIO

Head of Carus, laureate, right

Reverse

CONSECRATIO

Eagle, standing right, head left

About This Type

This RIC V Carus 4 is an aureus of Carus (283 AD-285 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing right, head left.

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 4?: RIC V Carus 4 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (283 AD-285 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 4.
How do you identify RIC V Carus 4?: The obverse depicts Head of Carus, laureate, right with the inscription DIVO CARO PIO. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing right, head left with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: laureate.