Gallienus Antoninianus, Gallienus reverse
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446 · 255 AD-256 AD · Issued under Valerian
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Obverse
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Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS AVG
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
PIETAS AVGG
Gallienus and Valerian, standing face to face, sacrificing at altar; right figure holding patera in right hand and parazonium in left hand (?); left figure holding patera in right hand and eagle-tipped sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446 is an antoninianus of Gallienus, issued under Valerian (255 AD-256 AD). The reverse depicts Gallienus and Valerian, standing face to face, sacrificing at altar; right figure holding patera in right hand and parazonium in left hand (?); left figure holding patera in right hand and eagle-tipped sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.92g, 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 (joint reign) 446?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus issued under Valerian (255 AD-256 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Gallienus and Valerian, standing face to face, sacrificing at altar; right figure holding patera in right hand and parazonium in left hand (?); left figure holding patera in right hand and eagle-tipped sceptre in left hand with the inscription PIETAS AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 446 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.92g, diameter 22mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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