RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B — Trajan Decius Antoninianus
RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B · 250 AD-251 AD · Mediolanum
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
DIVO MARCO ANTONINO
Head of Divus Marcus Aurelius, radiate, right
Reverse
CONSECRATIO
Eagle, with open wings, standing front on bar, head right
About This Type
This RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B is an antoninianus of Trajan Decius (250 AD-251 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, with open wings, standing front on bar, head right. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.11g, 20mm diameter.
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.
About the Mediolanum Mint
Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B?
- RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B is a Silver Antoninianus of Trajan Decius (250 AD-251 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Trajan Decius 91B.
- How do you identify RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B?
- The obverse depicts Head of Divus Marcus Aurelius, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO MARCO ANTONINO. The reverse depicts Eagle, with open wings, standing front on bar, head right with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B?
- RIC IV Trajan Decius 91B was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.11g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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