Gallienus Antoninianus
RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1 · 260 AD-268 AD · Uncertain Value
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
AETERNITAS AVG
She-wolf suckling Romulus and Remus
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf suckling Romulus and Remus. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.65g, 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 628a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) struck at the Uncertain Value mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts She-wolf suckling Romulus and Remus with the inscription AETERNITAS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 628a: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.65g, diameter 22mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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