RIC V Quintillus 52 — Quintillus Antoninianus
RIC V Quintillus 52 · 270 AD · Mediolanum
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IMP QVINTILLVS AVG
Bust of Quintillus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
FIDES MILIT
Fides, draped, standing, holding ensign in each hand
About This Type
This RIC V Quintillus 52 is an antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing, holding ensign in each hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.01g, 20mm diameter.
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 Mediolanum Mint
Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Quintillus 52?
- RIC V Quintillus 52 is a Silver Antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Quintillus 52.
- How do you identify RIC V Quintillus 52?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Quintillus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP QVINTILLVS AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILIT. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Quintillus 52?
- RIC V Quintillus 52 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.01g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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