Allectus Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Allectus 108 · 293 AD-296 AD · Camulodunum
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG
Bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Allectus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVIDENTIA AVG
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Allectus 108 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 cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.1g, 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 108?
- RIC V Allectus 108 is a Silver Antoninianus of Allectus (293 AD-296 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Allectus 108.
- How do you identify RIC V Allectus 108?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, right, or 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 cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription PROVIDENTIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Allectus 108?
- RIC V Allectus 108 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.1g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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