Gallienus Antoninianus
RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1 · 267 AD · Uncertain Value
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
SOLI INVICTO
Sol, radiate, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.76g, 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 611a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (267 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription SOLI INVICTO. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 611a: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.76g, diameter 22mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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