Divus Carus, BI Antoninianus, Antioch Mint, Died 283 AD – Altar – RR

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Roman Imperial, Divus Carus, 282-283 AD, BI Antoninianus (billon,Ā  3.88g, 20.1mm), Antioch Mint, Died 283 AD
Obv: DIVO CARO AVG; radiate head of Carus to right
Rev: CONSECRATIO; lighted altar with wreath across the altar, Ī” in right field, XXI in exergue
Ref: RIC V 127 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, aVF
Note: Carus ruled as Roman Emperor from AD 282 to 283 and died in 283. His brief reign was marked by military campaigns, particularly against the Persian Empire. Following his death, he was deified by his successor, his son Carinus. The obverse features the radiate head of Carus facing right, signifying his divine status.Ā  The reverse shows a lighted altar. The altar is a symbol of divine worship and consecration, emphasizing the sanctification of Carus and the rituals performed in his honor.

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