Gallienus Antoninianus, Saturn reverse
RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1 · 267 AD · Uncertain Value
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
AETERNITAS AVG
Saturn, veiled, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Saturn, veiled, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.75g, 21mm 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 606a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Saturn, veiled, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in left hand with the inscription AETERNITAS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 606a: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.75g, diameter 21mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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