RIC V Carus 87 — Carus Antoninianus
RIC V Carus 87 · 282 AD-283 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
IMP C CARVS P F AVG or IMP C KARVS P F AVG
Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA AVG
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Carus 87 is an antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm 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 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 87?
- RIC V Carus 87 is a Silver Antoninianus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 87.
- How do you identify RIC V Carus 87?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Carus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Carus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CARVS P F AVG or IMP C KARVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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