Aurelian Antoninianus
RIC V Aurelian 255 · 270 AD-275 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, Archäologie
Obverse
IMP C AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
ORIENS AVG
Sol, radiate, walking left, between two captives, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 255 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, walking left, between two captives, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.21g, 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.
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 255?
- RIC V Aurelian 255 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 255.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 255?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, walking left, between two captives, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand with the inscription ORIENS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Aurelian 255?
- RIC V Aurelian 255 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.21g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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