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LOT 3366

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

Uncertain mint; struck AD 287-290. IMP CARAVSIVS P F AVG, radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust to right / PAX AVG, Pax standing to left, holding olive branch with right hand and vertical sceptre with left. RIC V 880. Extremely Fine. Nice dark green patina with some brown highlights.(4.53gr, 22mm, 11h.).

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From a Swiss private collection, before 2005, collector's ticket included.

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A Well Struck Antoninianus of Carausius

LOT 3366

Carausius, Romano-British Emperor BI Antoninianus.

Estimate £450 - 650€520 - 750 (for guidance only)$610 - 880 (for guidance only)

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