How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252?

The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Trophy between two seated captives with the inscription VICTORIAE GOTHIC. Portrait type: radiate.

Claudius II Gothicus Aureus — RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252

Catalog Reference

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252

Ruler

Claudius II Gothicus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

268 AD-270 AD

Mint

Cyzicus

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG

Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

VICTORIAE GOTHIC

Trophy between two seated captives

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252 is an aureus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Trophy between two seated captives.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

About the Cyzicus Mint

Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252 is a Gold Aureus of Claudius II Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 252?: The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Trophy between two seated captives with the inscription VICTORIAE GOTHIC. Portrait type: radiate.