Claudius Gothicus Antoninianus, Diana reverse
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198 · 268 AD-270 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG
Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, left
Reverse
AETER AVG
Diana, draped, standing left, holding torch, facing Sol; Sol, radiate, standing right, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198 is an antoninianus of Claudius Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Diana, draped, standing left, holding torch, facing Sol; Sol, radiate, standing right, raising right hand and holding whip 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.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198?
- RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198 is a Silver Antoninianus of Claudius Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198.
- How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 198?
- The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, left with the inscription IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Diana, draped, standing left, holding torch, facing Sol; Sol, radiate, standing right, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand with the inscription AETER AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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