Carausius. Romano-British Emperor, AD 286-293. Antoninianus (20.5mm, 4.00 g, 10h). Uncertain mint. Fine.

Electronic Auction 571 – Session 2
Lot: 1151.
Closing Date: Sep 26 2024 10:00 ET

Roman Imperial, Silver

Estimate: $ 200

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Carausius. Romano-British Emperor, AD 286-293. Antoninianus (20.5mm, 4.00 g, 10h). Uncertain mint. [VIRTVS] CARAVSI A, radiate and cuirassed bust right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / PA X AVG, Pax standing left, holding olive branch and vertical scepter. Cf. RIC V 891 (for similar issue). Dark green patina, die wear. Fine. Very rare.

From the Dr. Malcolm Lyne Collection. Ex Roma E-Sale 86 (8 July 2021), lot 1352.


Closing Date and Time: 26 September 2024 at 10:50:00 ET.

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