RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19 — Clodius Albinus Denarius
RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19 · 195 AD-197 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
IMP CAE D CLO SEP ALB AVG
Head of Clodius Albinus, laureate, right
Reverse
FIDES LEGION COS II
Legionary eagle between two standards
About This Type
This RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19 is a denarius of Clodius Albinus (195 AD-197 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Legionary eagle between two standards.
About the Denarius
The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.
About the Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19?
- RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19 is a Silver Denarius of Clodius Albinus (195 AD-197 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Clodius Albinus 19.
- How do you identify RIC IV Clodius Albinus 19?
- The obverse depicts Head of Clodius Albinus, laureate, right with the inscription IMP CAE D CLO SEP ALB AVG. The reverse depicts Legionary eagle between two standards with the inscription FIDES LEGION COS II. Portrait type: laureate.
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