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Up for auction is a Roman imitation barbarous issue coin of Carausius from 270-290 AD.
During the crisis of the 3rd century there was a widespread shortage of currency across the Roman Empire which sparked a rise in unofficial issues of coins from the provinces to meet a growing demand for small change.
ID# 607o
Diameter: 14mm
MINT: Unofficial
OBVERSE; Blundered legend
- Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed.
REVERSE; Blundered legend
- Laetitia standing facing, head left, wreath in right hand, scepter in left.
REFERENCE: Unofficial