How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172?

The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172?

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.18g, diameter 19mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

Claudius II Gothicus Antoninianus — RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172

Ruler

Claudius II Gothicus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

268 AD-270 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Weight

2.18g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

7 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG

Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

VIRTVS AVG

Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172 is an antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.18g, 19mm 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 172?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172 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 172.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172?: The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 172 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.18g, diameter 19mm, die axis 7 h, struck.