Gallienus Antoninianus, Hercules reverse
RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1 · 266 AD-268 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VIRTVS AVG
Hercules, nude except for cloak draped over left arm, standing right, holding club in right hand and apple in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (266 AD-268 AD). The reverse depicts Hercules, nude except for cloak draped over left arm, standing right, holding club in right hand and apple in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.3g, 20mm 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 623f: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (266 AD-268 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Hercules, nude except for cloak draped over left arm, standing right, holding club in right hand and apple in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 623f: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.3g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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