Catalog Reference
RIC IV Aemilian 25
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

Nemesis, winged, draped, standing left; at her feet, wheel

About This Type

This RIC IV Aemilian 25 is an antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Nemesis, winged, draped, standing left; at her feet, wheel.

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 25?
RIC IV Aemilian 25 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aemilian (253 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Aemilian 25.
How do you identify RIC IV Aemilian 25?
The obverse depicts Bust of Aemilian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP M AEMIL AEMILIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Nemesis, winged, draped, standing left; at her feet, wheel with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

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