What is RIC V Marius 18?

RIC V Marius 18 is a Silver Antoninianus of Marius (269 AD) struck at the Mainz? mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 18.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Marius 18?

RIC V Marius 18 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.34g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

Marius Antoninianus — RIC V Marius 18

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC V Marius 18

Ruler

Marius

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

269 AD

Mint

Mainz?

Metal

Silver

Weight

2.34g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

7 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP C M AVR MARIVS AVG

Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA AVG

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

About This Type

This RIC V Marius 18 is an antoninianus of Marius (269 AD), struck at the Mainz? mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.34g, 21mm 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.

All Marius coins Mainz? mint All Antoninianus coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Marius 18?: RIC V Marius 18 is a Silver Antoninianus of Marius (269 AD) struck at the Mainz? mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 18.
How do you identify RIC V Marius 18?: The obverse depicts Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR MARIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, running left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Marius 18?: RIC V Marius 18 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.34g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.