Postumus Sestertius, Galley reverse
RIC V Postumus 145 · 260 AD-269 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
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Obverse
VIRTVS POSTVMI AVG
Bust of Postumus, helmeted, draped, right, or bust of Postumus, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
LAETITIA AVG or LAETITIA AVG SC
Galley, left or right, with three or four rowers and steersmen
About This Type
This RIC V Postumus 145 is a sestertius of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Galley, left or right, with three or four rowers and steersmen.
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 145?
- RIC V Postumus 145 is a Bronze Sestertius of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 145.
- How do you identify RIC V Postumus 145?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Postumus, helmeted, draped, right, or bust of Postumus, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS POSTVMI AVG. The reverse depicts Galley, left or right, with three or four rowers and steersmen with the inscription LAETITIA AVG or LAETITIA AVG SC. Portrait type: helmeted.
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