Gallienus Antoninianus, Neptune reverse
RIC V Gallienus 603c · 267 AD
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
P M TR P XV P P VII C
Neptune, standing left, foot on prow, holding trident in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 603c is an antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD). The reverse depicts Neptune, standing left, foot on prow, holding trident in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.05g, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Gallienus 603c?
- RIC V Gallienus 603c is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 603c.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 603c?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Neptune, standing left, foot on prow, holding trident in left hand with the inscription P M TR P XV P P VII C. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 603c?
- RIC V Gallienus 603c was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.05g, diameter 22mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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