Catalog Reference
RIC IV Aemilian 24
Ruler
Aemilian
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
253 AD
Mint
Uncertain Value
Metal
Silver
Portrait Type
radiate

Obverse

IMP M AEMIL AEMILIANVS P F AVG

Bust of Aemilian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA AVG

Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC IV Aemilian 24 is an antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm 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 24?
RIC IV Aemilian 24 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Aemilian 24.
How do you identify RIC IV Aemilian 24?
The obverse depicts Bust of Aemilian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP M AEMIL AEMILIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

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