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LOT 3369

Carausius, Romano-British Emperor BI Antoninianus. AD 286-293.

'C' (Camulodunum?) mint. IMP C CARAVSIVS AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust to right / PAX AVG, Pax standing facing, head to left, holding olive branch and sceptre; S P across fields, C in exergue. RIC V.2 321. Very Fine.(4.69gr, 22mm, 6h.).

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From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020).

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LOT 3369

Carausius, Romano-British Emperor BI Antoninianus.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £104

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