How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a?

The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Lion, right with the inscription COHH PRAET VI P VI F. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a?

RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.81g, diameter 22mm, die axis 2 h, struck.

Valerian Antoninianus, Lion (RIC V Gallienus 370a)

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a

Ruler

Valerian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

258 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Weight

2.81g

Diameter

22mm

Die Axis

2 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

GALLIENVS AVG

Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

COHH PRAET VI P VI F

Lion, right

About This Type

This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a is an antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Lion, right. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.81g, 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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a?: RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a.
How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a?: The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Lion, right with the inscription COHH PRAET VI P VI F. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a?: RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 370a was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.81g, diameter 22mm, die axis 2 h, struck.