How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163?

The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe with the inscription PROVID AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163?

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.1g, diameter 21mm, die axis 1 h, struck.

Claudius II Gothicus Antoninianus — RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163

Ruler

Claudius II Gothicus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

268 AD-270 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.1g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

1 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG

Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right

Reverse

PROVID AVG

Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163 is an antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.1g, 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 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 Claudius Gothicus 163?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163 is a Silver Antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163?: The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe with the inscription PROVID AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 163 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.1g, diameter 21mm, die axis 1 h, struck.