Aurelian Antoninianus, Aurelian reverse
RIC V Aurelian 405 · 270 AD-275 AD
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP AVRELIANVS AVG
Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
ROMAE AETERNAE
Aurelian, standing right, holding sceptre, before Roma, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Aurelian 405 is an antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD). The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, holding sceptre, before Roma, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.49g.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Aurelian 405?
- RIC V Aurelian 405 is a Silver Antoninianus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 405.
- How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 405?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Aurelian, standing right, holding sceptre, before Roma, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription ROMAE AETERNAE. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Aurelian 405?
- RIC V Aurelian 405 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.49g, die axis 12 h, struck.
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