Gallienus Antoninianus, Hercules reverse
RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2 · 260 AD-268 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
VIRTVS AVGVSTI
Hercules, standing right, holding club in right hand and lion-skin in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD). The reverse depicts Hercules, standing right, holding club in right hand and lion-skin in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.66g, 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 673a: Subtype 2?
- RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Hercules, standing right, holding club in right hand and lion-skin in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVGVSTI. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2?
- RIC V Gallienus 673a: Subtype 2 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.66g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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