RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f Valerian obverse, Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f Valerian reverse, Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand an... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f
Ruler
Valerian
Denomination
Antoninianus
Date
258 AD-259 AD
Mint
Lugdunum
Metal
Silver
Weight
2.69g
Diameter
22mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
radiate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

GALLIENVS P F AVG

Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICT GERMANICA

Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, treading down enemy

About This Type

This RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f is an antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD-259 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, treading down enemy. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.69g, 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 Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f?
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (258 AD-259 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f.
How do you identify RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f?
The obverse depicts Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription GALLIENVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, treading down enemy with the inscription VICT GERMANICA. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f?
RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 45f was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.69g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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