Postumus Sestertius, Postumus reverse
RIC V Postumus 116 · 260 AD-269 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C M CASS LAT POSTVMVS P F AVG
Bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
EXERCITVS AVG SC
Postumus, draped, cuirassed, mounted left on horse, addressing three soldiers, each holding ensign
About This Type
This RIC V Postumus 116 is a sestertius of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Postumus, draped, cuirassed, mounted left on horse, addressing three soldiers, each holding ensign.
About the Sestertius
The sestertius was the large brass prestige coin of the Roman imperial series, typically 25–28 grams and 30–35mm in diameter. Its size gave engravers room for the finest portrait art and most detailed reverse compositions in Roman coinage. Sestertii bear the SC mark indicating senatorial authority over base metal coinage.
About the Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Postumus 116?
- RIC V Postumus 116 is a Bronze Sestertius of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 116.
- How do you identify RIC V Postumus 116?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M CASS LAT POSTVMVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Postumus, draped, cuirassed, mounted left on horse, addressing three soldiers, each holding ensign with the inscription EXERCITVS AVG SC. Portrait type: radiate.
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