RIC V Marius 13 — Marius Antoninianus
RIC V Marius 13 · 269 AD · Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C MARIVS P F AVG
Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA AVG
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding palm in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Marius 13 is an antoninianus of Marius (269 AD), struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding palm in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand.
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 Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium Mint
Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium (modern Cologne, Germany) was a Roman colony that operated a mint intermittently. Its coins are scarce and primarily date to the third century usurper periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Marius 13?
- RIC V Marius 13 is a Silver Antoninianus of Marius (269 AD) struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 13.
- How do you identify RIC V Marius 13?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C MARIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding palm in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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