RIC V Marius 4 — Marius Antoninianus
RIC V Marius 4 · 269 AD · Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C M AVR MARIVS P F AVG
Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
AEQVITAS AVG
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae
About This Type
This RIC V Marius 4 is an antoninianus of Marius (269 AD), struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint. The reverse depicts Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae.
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 4?
- RIC V Marius 4 is a Silver Antoninianus of Marius (269 AD) struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Marius 4.
- How do you identify RIC V Marius 4?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Marius, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR MARIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae with the inscription AEQVITAS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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