Gallienus Antoninianus, Minerva reverse
RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1 · 266 AD-268 AD · Uncertain Value
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
MINERVA AVG
Minerva, helemeted, draped, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (266 AD-268 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Minerva, helemeted, draped, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.52g, 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 617a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (266 AD-268 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Minerva, helemeted, draped, standing left, leaning on shield with right hand and holding spear in left hand with the inscription MINERVA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 617a: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.52g, diameter 22mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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