Aurelian Antoninianus, Aurelian reverse
RIC V Aurelian 344 · 270 AD-275 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FIDES MILITVM
Aurelian, standing right, receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 344 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.03g, 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 Cyzicus Mint
Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Aurelian 344?
- RIC V Aurelian 344 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 344.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 344?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Aurelian 344?
- RIC V Aurelian 344 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.03g, diameter 21mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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