RIC V Gallienus 162f — Gallienus Antoninianus
RIC V Gallienus 162f · 260 AD-268 AD · Rome
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
ANNONA AVG
Abundantia, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and anchor or horn in left hand; at her feet, modius
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 162f is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and anchor or horn in left hand; at her feet, modius. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.85g, 19mm 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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Gallienus 162f?
- RIC V Gallienus 162f is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 162f.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 162f?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in right hand and anchor or horn in left hand; at her feet, modius with the inscription ANNONA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 162f?
- RIC V Gallienus 162f was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.85g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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