Ancient Coins, Roman, Carausius, usurper in Britain (AD.287-296), Æ antoninianus, C mint, IMP C CARAVSIVS PF AVG, radiate dr. bust r., rev. VIRTVS AVG, Mars stg. l. with reversed spear and shield, S in field, in ex. C, wt. 4.63gms. (RIC.-), well struck with some original silvering, dark patina, extremely fine, an exceptional example, probably unique
An unpublished reverse variety depicting Mars with these attributes and position. Recorded at the British Museum.
Estimate: (600-800 GBP)