Valerian Antoninianus, Gallienus reverse
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455 · 253 AD-254 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS AVG
Büste des Gallienus mit Strahlenkrone n.r.
Reverse
VIRTVS AVGG
Gallienus and Valerian, in military attire, standing face to face, one holding Victory and the other holding globe
About This Type
This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455 is an antoninianus of Valerian (253 AD-254 AD). The reverse depicts Gallienus and Valerian, in military attire, standing face to face, one holding Victory and the other holding globe. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.22g, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (253 AD-254 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455.
- How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455?
- The obverse depicts Büste des Gallienus mit Strahlenkrone n.r. with the inscription IMP C P LIC GALLIENVS AVG. The reverse depicts Gallienus and Valerian, in military attire, standing face to face, one holding Victory and the other holding globe with the inscription VIRTVS AVGG.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455?
- RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 455 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.22g, diameter 20mm, struck.
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