Aemilian Antoninianus
RIC IV Aemilian 23 · 253 AD
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP M AEMIL AEMILIANVS P F AVG
Bust of Aemilian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PAXS AVG
Pax, draped, running left, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC IV Aemilian 23 is an antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD). The reverse depicts Pax, draped, running left, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Aemilian 23?
- RIC IV Aemilian 23 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD) cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Aemilian 23.
- How do you identify RIC IV Aemilian 23?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aemilian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP M AEMIL AEMILIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, running left, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand with the inscription PAXS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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