RIC V Aurelian 227 — Aurelian Antoninianus
RIC V Aurelian 227 · 270 AD-275 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Aurelian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
IOVI CONSERVATORI
Aurelian, standing right, receving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 227 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, receving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.58g, 21mm 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.
About the Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Aurelian 227?
- RIC V Aurelian 227 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 227.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 227?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Aurelian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, receving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre with the inscription IOVI CONSERVATORI. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Aurelian 227?
- RIC V Aurelian 227 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.58g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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