RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256 Claudius Gothicus obverse, Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right Obverse
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256 Claudius Gothicus reverse, Funeral pyre Reverse

Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen

Catalog Reference
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256
Ruler
Claudius Gothicus
Issued under
Quintillus
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
268 AD-270 AD
Metal
Silver
Weight
2.69g
Diameter
21mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

DIVO CLAVDIO

Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right

Reverse

CONSACRATIO

Funeral pyre

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256 is an antoninianus of Claudius Gothicus, issued under Quintillus (268 AD-270 AD). The reverse depicts Funeral pyre. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.69g, 21mm 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256 is a Silver Antoninianus of Claudius Gothicus issued under Quintillus (268 AD-270 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256?
The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO CLAVDIO. The reverse depicts Funeral pyre with the inscription CONSACRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256?
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 256 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.69g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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