How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 87?

The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C D AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription CONCORDIA MILI. Portrait type: laureate.

Aurelian Aureus — RIC V Aurelian 87

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Aurelian 87

Ruler

Aurelian

Denomination

Aureus

Date

270 AD-275 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C D AVRELIANVS AVG

Bust of Aurelian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CONCORDIA MILI

Concordia, draped, seated left, holding ensign in each hand

About This Type

This RIC V Aurelian 87 is an aureus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left, holding ensign in each hand.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

About the Mediolanum Mint

Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Aurelian 87?: RIC V Aurelian 87 is a Gold Aureus of Aurelian (270 AD-275 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Aurelian 87.
How do you identify RIC V Aurelian 87?: The obverse depicts Bust of Aurelian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C D AVRELIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription CONCORDIA MILI. Portrait type: laureate.