RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4 Gallienus obverse, Head of Gallienus, radiate, right Obverse
RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4 Gallienus reverse, Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand an... Reverse

Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen

Catalog Reference
RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4
Ruler
Gallienus
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
260 AD-268 AD
Mint
Siscia
Metal
Silver
Weight
3.3g
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

GALLIENVS AVG

Head of Gallienus, radiate, right

Reverse

VICTORIA AVG

Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.3g.

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 587k: Subtype 4?
RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4.
How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4?
The obverse depicts Head of Gallienus, radiate, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4?
RIC V Gallienus 587k: Subtype 4 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.3g, die axis 6 h, struck.

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