RIC V Carus 80 — Carus Antoninianus
RIC V Carus 80 · 282 AD-283 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG
Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SPES PVBLICA
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 80 is an antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with 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 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 80?
- RIC V Carus 80 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 80.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 80?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Carus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand with the inscription SPES PVBLICA. Portrait type: radiate.
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