Antoninianus - Carausius Mars

Issuer Britannic Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year 286-290
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Antoninianus (3⁄50)
Currency Antoninianus (286-296)
Composition Bronze
Weight 3.29 g
Diameter 24.5 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Coin alignment ↑↓
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Obverse description Carausius, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG
(Translation: Emperor Carausius, pious and blessed Augustus)
Reverse description Mars, helmeted cuirassed bust, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and shield on left arm
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering MARS V LTOR B|E//WLXXI
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (286-290) MLXXII - -
Numisquare ID 5777213970
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