RIC V Gallienus 553k Gallienus obverse, Head of Gallienus, radiate, right Obverse
RIC V Gallienus 553k Gallienus reverse, Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in l... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC V Gallienus 553k
Ruler
Gallienus
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
260 AD-268 AD
Mint
Siscia
Metal
Silver
Weight
3.33g
Diameter
22mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

GALLIENVS AVG

Head of Gallienus, radiate, right

Reverse

AEQVIT AVG

Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Gallienus 553k is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.33g, 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 Siscia Mint

Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Gallienus 553k?
RIC V Gallienus 553k is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 553k.
How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 553k?
The obverse depicts Head of Gallienus, radiate, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription AEQVIT AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 553k?
RIC V Gallienus 553k was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.33g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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