What is RIC V Postumus 15?

RIC V Postumus 15 is a Gold Aureus of Postumus (263 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 15.

Postumus Aureus — RIC V Postumus 15

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Postumus 15

Ruler

Postumus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

263 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

POSTVMVS AVG

Bust of Postumus, helmeted, cuirassed, left

Reverse

VICT GERM P M TR P V COS III P P

Postumus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand; Victory, winged, draped, holding palm and crowning Postumus

About This Type

This RIC V Postumus 15 is an aureus of Postumus (263 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Postumus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand; Victory, winged, draped, holding palm and crowning Postumus.

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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Postumus 15?: RIC V Postumus 15 is a Gold Aureus of Postumus (263 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 15.
How do you identify RIC V Postumus 15?: The obverse depicts Bust of Postumus, helmeted, cuirassed, left with the inscription POSTVMVS AVG. The reverse depicts Postumus, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand; Victory, winged, draped, holding palm and crowning Postumus with the inscription VICT GERM P M TR P V COS III P P. Portrait type: helmeted.