Carausius
287–293 AD
Carausius, commander of the Roman fleet in the English Channel, declared himself emperor in Britain and northern Gaul, establishing a breakaway regime that lasted nearly a decade. A skilled naval leader and shrewd propagandist, he issued a remarkable and innovative coinage that emphasised legitimacy, military strength, and cooperation with the Roman Senate. His coins often display high‑quality artistry and unique legends, making the series one of the most distinctive and historically important of the late 3rd century. For collectors, Carausius offers a rich field of rarity, variety, and political intrigue.
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WRB 8278 — Brockage Æ Antoninianus (18mm)
Brockage Æ Antoninianus (18mm). IMP CARAVSIVS PF AVG, radiate, cuirassed bust right. ® Mirrored image of obverse.
£85.00
WRB 10785 — Barbarous Æ Antoninianus (19mm)
Barbarous Æ Antoninianus (19mm). IIMP CARAVSI VG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. ® Standing figure with retrograde legend. Interesting barbarous coin with an attractive glossy green patina.
£85.00
WRB 10520 — Æ Antoninianus (20mm)
Æ Antoninianus (20mm). IIMP CARAVSIVS PF AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. ® FORTVNA AVG, Fortuna seated left on wheel, holding rudder and cornucopiae. Mintmark RSR. Same reverse die as Carausius silver denarius (Wildwinds RIC 567 var.). Extremely rare.
£750.00
WRB 10024 — Æ Antoninianus (22mm)
Æ Antoninianus (22mm). IMP CARAVSIVS PF AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. ® PAX AVG, Pax standing left holding branch and sceptre. C in left field, Camulodunum (Colchester). RIC V 303 / 300. Combination of obverse and reverse not listed in RIC.
£95.00
WRB 10519 — Æ Antoninianus (20mm)
Æ Antoninianus (20mm). IMP CARAVSIVS PF AVG, radiate, cuirassed bust right. ® PAX AVG, Pax standing left holding branch and sceptre.
£55.00
