Bonosus Antoninianus
RIC V Bonosus 1 · 281 AD
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
[…]BONOSNS
Head of Bonosus, radiate, right, or bust of Bonosus, radiate, right
Reverse
AX AVG
Pax, draped, running left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Bonosus 1 is an antoninianus of Bonosus (281 AD). The reverse depicts Pax, draped, running left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
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 Bonosus 1?
- RIC V Bonosus 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Bonosus (281 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Bonosus 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Bonosus 1?
- The obverse depicts Head of Bonosus, radiate, right, or bust of Bonosus, radiate, right with the inscription […]BONOSNS. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, running left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription AX AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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