Allectus Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Allectus 105 · 293 AD-296 AD · Camulodunum
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG
Bust of Allectus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVIDENTIA AVG
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Allectus 105 is an antoninianus of Allectus (293 AD-296 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.55g, 22mm 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Allectus 105?
- RIC V Allectus 105 is a Silver Antoninianus of Allectus (293 AD-296 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Allectus 105.
- How do you identify RIC V Allectus 105?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Allectus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand with the inscription PROVIDENTIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Allectus 105?
- RIC V Allectus 105 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.55g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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