Diocletian Antoninianus, Abundantia reverse
RIC V Diocletian 10 · 290 AD-291 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP DIOCLETIANVS AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped scetpre in right hand
Reverse
ABVNDANTIA AVGG
Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae
About This Type
This RIC V Diocletian 10 is an antoninianus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (290 AD-291 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae.
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 Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Diocletian 10?
- RIC V Diocletian 10 is a Silver Antoninianus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (290 AD-291 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 10.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 10?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped scetpre in right hand with the inscription IMP DIOCLETIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae with the inscription ABVNDANTIA AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
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