What is RIC V Carus 92?

RIC V Carus 92 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 92.

How do you identify RIC V Carus 92?

The obverse depicts Bust of Carus, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Carus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription MARS VLTOR. Portrait type: laureate.

Carus Aureus, Mars reverse (RIC V 92)

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Carus 92

Ruler

Carus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

282 AD-283 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

MARS VLTOR

Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Carus 92 is an aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.

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 Siscia Mint

Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Carus 92?: RIC V Carus 92 is a Gold Aureus of Carus (282 AD-283 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Carus 92.
How do you identify RIC V Carus 92?: The obverse depicts Bust of Carus, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Carus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR CARVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription MARS VLTOR. Portrait type: laureate.

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