RIC V Carus 5 Carus obverse, Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC V Carus 5
Ruler
Carus
Denomination
Uncertain Value
Date
282 AD-283 AD
Mint
Lugdunum
Metal
Silver
Portrait Type
radiate

Obverse

IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG

Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

ABVNDANTIA AVG

Galley, left

About This Type

This RIC V Carus 5 is an uncertain value of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Galley, left.

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 5?
RIC V Carus 5 is a Silver Uncertain Value of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 5.
How do you identify RIC V Carus 5?
The obverse depicts Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Galley, left with the inscription ABVNDANTIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

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