RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186 Claudius II Gothicus obverse — Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186 Claudius II Gothicus reverse — Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand ... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186
Ruler
Claudius II Gothicus
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
268 AD-270 AD
Mint
Siscia
Metal
Silver
Weight
2.62g
Diameter
19mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP CLAVDIVS AVG

Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

PAX AVG

Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186 is an antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.62g, 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 Siscia Mint

Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186 is a Silver Antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186?
The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PAX AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 186 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.62g, diameter 19mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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