RIC V Aurelian 359 — Aurelian Antoninianus
RIC V Aurelian 359 · 270 AD-275 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
MARTI INVICTO
Mars, standing right, holding spear and receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; at their feet between them, captive
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 359 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear and receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; at their feet between them, captive.
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 359?
- RIC V Aurelian 359 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 359.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 359?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, standing right, holding spear and receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; at their feet between them, captive with the inscription MARTI INVICTO. Portrait type: radiate.
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