Gallienus Antoninianus, Jupiter reverse
RIC V Gallienus 642: 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
IOVI PATRI
Jupiter, standing right, head left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 642: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Uncertain Value mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, head left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.58g.
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 642: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 642: 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 642: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 642: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, head left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription IOVI PATRI. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 642: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Gallienus 642: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.58g, die axis 6 h, struck.
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