Davissons Ltd.
E-Auction 38 6 Jan 2021
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ROMAN BRITAIN. Carausius (Usurper in Britain and NW Gaul). A.D. 287-293. Æ antoninianus. 2.72 gm. 20 mm. Uncertain mint. His radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; IMP...AVG / Victory standing left, holding wreath and palm; COMES AVG. RIC V.2 750. Cf. S. Eng. 670. Good Very Fine; pleasing example, as made; smooth brown patina with lighter highlights; portrait bold and well centered; reverse off-center. Rare.