Postumus Denarius, Lion reverse
RIC V Postumus 95 · 259 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C POSTVMVS P F AVG
Bust of Postumus, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
P M TR P COS P P
Lion, walking left, holding thunderbolt in its mouth
About This Type
This RIC V Postumus 95 is a denarius of Postumus (259 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Lion, walking left, holding thunderbolt in its mouth.
About the Denarius
The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.
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 95?
- RIC V Postumus 95 is a Silver Denarius of Postumus (259 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Postumus 95.
- How do you identify RIC V Postumus 95?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Postumus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C POSTVMVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Lion, walking left, holding thunderbolt in its mouth with the inscription P M TR P COS P P. Portrait type: laureate.
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