What is RIC V Laelianus 4?

RIC V Laelianus 4 is a Gold Aureus of Laelianus (269 AD) struck at the Mogontiacum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Laelianus 4.

Laelianus Aureus — RIC V Laelianus 4

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Laelianus 4

Ruler

Laelianus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

269 AD

Mint

Mogontiacum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C LAELIANVS P F AVG

Bust of Laelianus, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VIRTVS MILITVM

Laelianus, draped cuirassed, holding spear in right hand and ensign in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Laelianus 4 is an aureus of Laelianus (269 AD), struck at the Mogontiacum mint. The reverse depicts Laelianus, draped cuirassed, holding spear in right hand and ensign in left hand.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Laelianus 4?: RIC V Laelianus 4 is a Gold Aureus of Laelianus (269 AD) struck at the Mogontiacum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Laelianus 4.
How do you identify RIC V Laelianus 4?: The obverse depicts Bust of Laelianus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C LAELIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Laelianus, draped cuirassed, holding spear in right hand and ensign in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS MILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.