How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264?

The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO CLAVDIO GOTHICO. The reverse depicts Altar with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.

Quintillus Antoninianus — RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264

Catalog Reference

RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264

Ruler

Quintillus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

270 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

DIVO CLAVDIO GOTHICO

Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right

Reverse

CONSECRATIO

Altar

About This Type

This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264 is an antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Altar.

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 264?: RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264 is a Silver Antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264.
How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 264?: The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, radiate, right with the inscription DIVO CLAVDIO GOTHICO. The reverse depicts Altar with the inscription CONSECRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.