RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C — Trebonianus Gallus Dupondius
RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C · 251 AD-253 AD · Rome
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP CAE C VIB TREB GALLVS AVG
Bust of Trebonianus Gallus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VOTIS DECENNALIBVS S C
Legend inscribed in laurel wreath
About This Type
This RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C is a dupondius of Trebonianus Gallus (251 AD-253 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Legend inscribed in laurel wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 11.27g.
About the Dupondius
The dupondius was a Roman orichalcum (brass) coin worth two asses, typically 12–14 grams and 25–29mm. It is distinguished from the as by the emperor's radiate crown and the use of brass rather than copper.
About the Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C?
- RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C is a Bronze Dupondius of Trebonianus Gallus (251 AD-253 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C.
- How do you identify RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Trebonianus Gallus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CAE C VIB TREB GALLVS AVG. The reverse depicts Legend inscribed in laurel wreath with the inscription VOTIS DECENNALIBVS S C. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C?
- RIC IV Trebonianus Gallus 127C was struck in Bronze, standard weight 11.27g, die axis 12 h, struck.
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