How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261?

The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO CLAVDIO. The reverse depicts Altar with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261?

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.25g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Quintillus Antoninianus — RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261

Ruler

Quintillus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

270 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.25g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

DIVO CLAVDIO

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

Reverse

CONSECRATIO

Altar

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261 is an antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Altar. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.25g, 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.

About the Mediolanum Mint

Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261 is a Silver Antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261?: The obverse depicts Bust of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, draped, right or head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO CLAVDIO. The reverse depicts Altar with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 261 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.25g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.