RIC V Florian 7 — Florianus Antoninianus
RIC V Florian 7 · 276 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP C M AN FLORIANVS P F AVG
Bust of Florian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Florian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PACATOR ORBIS
Sol, radiate, running left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Florian 7 is an antoninianus of Florianus (276 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, running left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.71g, 22mm 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 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 Florian 7?
- RIC V Florian 7 is a Silver Antoninianus of Florianus (276 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Florian 7.
- How do you identify RIC V Florian 7?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Florian, radiate, draped, right or bust of Florian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AN FLORIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, running left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand with the inscription PACATOR ORBIS. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Florian 7?
- RIC V Florian 7 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.71g, diameter 22mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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