RIC V Aurelian 152 — Aurelian Antoninianus
RIC V Aurelian 152 · 270 AD-275 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
IMP C AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PROVIDEN DEOR
Fides, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 152 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
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 Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Aurelian 152?
- RIC V Aurelian 152 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 152.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 152?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription PROVIDEN DEOR. Portrait type: radiate.
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