Britannic Empire Aurelianus - Carausius, 286 – 293
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Information
Country
Britannic Empire
Britannic Empire
Currency
Antoninianus
(286 – 296)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Aurelianus
Year
286 – 293
Ruler
Carausius
(286–293)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.1
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Aurelianus from Britannic Empire. Issued from 286 to 293. Struck in Billon. Measures 20 mm and weighs 3.1 g.
- Obverse
- Radiated and draped bust of the usurper Carausius, right (A). Radiated and draped bust of the usurper Carausius, right (F).
- Reverse
- Tutela (Protection) standing on the left, in front of an altar, holding a patera (sometimes a wreath or flowers) in her right hand and a cornucopia (sometimes a scepter) in her left hand.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (286-293) | — | (fr) Buste A, revers (1) | ||
| ND (286-293) | — | (fr) Buste A, revers (2) | ||
| ND (286-293) | — | (fr) Buste F, revers (1) | ||
| ND (286-293) | — | (fr) Buste F, revers (2) |
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