Allectus Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Allectus 112 · 293 AD-296 AD · Camulodunum
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C ALLECTVS P AVG
Bust of Allectus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVIDENTIA AVG
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe
About This Type
This RIC V Allectus 112 is an antoninianus of Allectus (293 AD-296 AD), struck at the Camulodunum mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe.
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 112?
- RIC V Allectus 112 is a Silver Antoninianus of Allectus (293 AD-296 AD) struck at the Camulodunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Allectus 112.
- How do you identify RIC V Allectus 112?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Allectus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C ALLECTVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot, globe with the inscription PROVIDENTIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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