Description: Carus (282 - 283 AD). AE Antoninianus, Rome mint 283 AD. IMP CARVS P F AVG; radiate and cuirassed bust right / AETERNIT IMPERI; Sol advancing left, raising hand and holding whip, KAA in ex.

Diameter: AE22 mm

Weight: 2,7 g

Grade: aVF/aVF

Attribution: RIC VII 36

Commentary: dark grey patina with some deposits on reverse

History: A native of Gaul, born in Narbo, Carus broke the long line of Illyrian emperors.

Article Number: 059-07-05-42384