Gallienus Antoninianus, Venus reverse
RIC V Salonina (2) 30 · 260 AD-268 AD · Rome
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Obverse
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Reverse
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Obverse
SALONINA AVG
Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, right, on crescent
Reverse
VENVS GENETRIX
Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet or apple in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, Cupid
About This Type
This RIC V Salonina (2) 30 is an antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet or apple in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, Cupid. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.47g, 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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Salonina (2) 30?
- RIC V Salonina (2) 30 is a Silver Antoninianus of Gallienus (260 AD-268 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Salonina (2) 30.
- How do you identify RIC V Salonina (2) 30?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, right, on crescent with the inscription SALONINA AVG. The reverse depicts Venus, draped, standing left, holding helmet or apple in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, Cupid with the inscription VENVS GENETRIX. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Salonina (2) 30?
- RIC V Salonina (2) 30 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.47g, diameter 20mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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