Valerian Antoninianus, Victory reverse
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l · 258 AD-259 AD · Mediolanum
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP GALLIENVS AVG
Head of Gallienus, radiate, left
Reverse
VICTORIA AVGG
Victory, winged, draped, standing between two shields holding unwound diadem in both hands
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l is an antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD-259 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing between two shields holding unwound diadem in both hands. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.54g, 23mm 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) 405l?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD-259 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l?
- The obverse depicts Head of Gallienus, radiate, left with the inscription IMP GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing between two shields holding unwound diadem in both hands with the inscription VICTORIA AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 405l was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.54g, diameter 23mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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