RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a) Valerian obverse, Bust of Gallienus, radiate, left, holding spear pointing right or l... Obverse
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a) Valerian reverse, Pegasus, right Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a)
Ruler
Valerian
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
258 AD
Mint
Mediolanum
Metal
Silver
Weight
2.72g
Diameter
20mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

GALLIENVS AVG

Bust of Gallienus, radiate, left, holding spear pointing right or left and shield

Reverse

LEG II ADI VI P VI F

Pegasus, right

About This Type

This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a) is an antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Pegasus, right. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.72g, 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.

About the Mediolanum Mint

Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a)?
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a) is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a).
How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a)?
The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, left, holding spear pointing right or left and shield with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Pegasus, right with the inscription LEG II ADI VI P VI F. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a)?
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 324(a) was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.72g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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