What is RIC V Marius 14?

RIC V Marius 14 is a Gold Aureus of Marius (269 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 14.

How do you identify RIC V Marius 14?

The obverse depicts Bust of Marius, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Marius, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR MARIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.

Marius Aureus — RIC V Marius 14

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Marius 14

Ruler

Marius

Denomination

Aureus

Date

269 AD

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C M AVR MARIVS AVG

Bust of Marius, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Marius, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FIDES MILITVM

Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns

About This Type

This RIC V Marius 14 is an aureus of Marius (269 AD). The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns.

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 Marius 14?: RIC V Marius 14 is a Gold Aureus of Marius (269 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 14.
How do you identify RIC V Marius 14?: The obverse depicts Bust of Marius, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Marius, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR MARIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.