Quintillus Antoninianus, Jupiter reverse
RIC V Quintillus 84 · 270 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP QVINTILLVS P F AVG
Bust of Quintillus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
IOVI CONSERVATORI
Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at his feet, Quintillus
About This Type
This RIC V Quintillus 84 is an antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at his feet, Quintillus. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.27g, 22mm 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 Cyzicus Mint
Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Quintillus 84?
- RIC V Quintillus 84 is a Silver Antoninianus of Quintillus (270 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Quintillus 84.
- How do you identify RIC V Quintillus 84?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Quintillus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP QVINTILLVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at his feet, Quintillus with the inscription IOVI CONSERVATORI. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Quintillus 84?
- RIC V Quintillus 84 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.27g, diameter 22mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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