RIC V Postumus 297 — Postumus Antoninianus
RIC V Postumus 297 · 260 AD-269 AD · Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C POSTVMVS P F AVG
Bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
CASTOR
Castor, standing left by horse, holding spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Postumus 297 is an antoninianus of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD), struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint. The reverse depicts Castor, standing left by horse, holding spear in left hand.
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 Postumus 297?
- RIC V Postumus 297 is a Silver Antoninianus of Postumus (260 AD-269 AD) struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 297.
- How do you identify RIC V Postumus 297?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Postumus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C POSTVMVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Castor, standing left by horse, holding spear in left hand with the inscription CASTOR. Portrait type: radiate.
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