Britannic Empire Antoninianus - Carausius, 286 – 293
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Information
Country
Britannic Empire
Britannic Empire
Currency
Antoninianus
(286 – 296)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Antoninianus
Year
286 – 293
Ruler
Carausius
(286–293)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.64
Diameter (mm)
23.67
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Antoninianus from Britannic Empire. Issued from 286 to 293. Struck in Bronze. Measures 23.67 mm and weighs 3.64 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Carausius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right. (Supreme Commander Caesar Carausius pious happy emperor.)
- Reverse
- Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe. Letters across fields. Mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (286-293) | — |
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