Mar Silbannacus Antoninianus, Mercury reverse
RIC IV Mar. Silbannacus 1 · 247 AD-249 AD
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP MAR SILBANNACVS AVG
Bust of Mar. Silbannacus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA AVG
Mercury, naked, standing front, head left, holding Victory and caduceus
About This Type
This RIC IV Mar. Silbannacus 1 is an antoninianus of Mar Silbannacus (247 AD-249 AD). The reverse depicts Mercury, naked, standing front, head left, holding Victory and caduceus.
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 Mar. Silbannacus 1?
- RIC IV Mar. Silbannacus 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Mar Silbannacus (247 AD-249 AD) cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Mar. Silbannacus 1.
- How do you identify RIC IV Mar. Silbannacus 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Mar. Silbannacus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP MAR SILBANNACVS AVG. The reverse depicts Mercury, naked, standing front, head left, holding Victory and caduceus with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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