Salonina Antoninianus, Juno reverse
RIC V Salonina 64 · 258 AD-259 AD · Issued under Valerian
Obverse
Reverse
Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, Archäologie
Obverse
SALONINA AVG
Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right
Reverse
IVNO REGINA
Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Salonina 64 is an antoninianus of Salonina, issued under Valerian (258 AD-259 AD). The reverse depicts Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.7g, 18mm 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Salonina 64?
- RIC V Salonina 64 is a Silver Antoninianus of Salonina issued under Valerian (258 AD-259 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Salonina 64.
- How do you identify RIC V Salonina 64?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right with the inscription SALONINA AVG. The reverse depicts Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription IVNO REGINA. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Salonina 64?
- RIC V Salonina 64 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.7g, diameter 18mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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