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Aureus with bust of Carinus, struck under Carus
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 282–283
Mint: Pannonia, Siscia
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 20.5 mm. Weight: 5.34 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour
Accession Number1970.261
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Bust of Carinus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right.
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Reverse: Emperor, in military attire with scepter, and prince stand supporting Victory on their clasped hands.
VICTORIAA V GVST ORVM
MAVRCARINVSPFNOBCAES
Reverse: Emperor, in military attire with scepter, and prince stand supporting Victory on their clasped hands.
VICTORIAA V GVST ORVM
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Robert E. Hecht, Jr.; April 8, 1970: purchased by MFA from Robert E. Hecht, Jr.