Catalog Reference
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214
Ruler
Claudius II Gothicus
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
268 AD-270 AD
Mint
Antiocheia Syria
Metal
Silver
Weight
3.14g
Diameter
22mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG

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

Reverse

NEPTVN AVG or NEPTVS AVG

Neptune, standing left, holding dolphin in right hand and trident in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214 is an antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Neptune, standing left, holding dolphin in right hand and trident in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.14g, 22mm 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 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 214?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214 is a Silver Antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214?
The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, left with the inscription IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Neptune, standing left, holding dolphin in right hand and trident in left hand with the inscription NEPTVN AVG or NEPTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 214 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.14g, diameter 22mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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