Salonina Antoninianus, Venus reverse
RIC V Salonina 68 · 256 AD-257 AD · Issued under Valerian
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Obverse
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Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
SALONINA AVG
Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right
Reverse
VENVS VICTRIX
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and palm in left hand; behind, at foot, shield; sometimes at foot, captive, left
About This Type
This RIC V Salonina 68 is an antoninianus of Salonina, issued under Valerian (256 AD-257 AD). The reverse depicts Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and palm in left hand; behind, at foot, shield; sometimes at foot, captive, left. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.01g, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Salonina 68?
- RIC V Salonina 68 is a Silver Antoninianus of Salonina issued under Valerian (256 AD-257 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Salonina 68.
- How do you identify RIC V Salonina 68?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right with the inscription SALONINA AVG. The reverse depicts Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in right hand and palm in left hand; behind, at foot, shield; sometimes at foot, captive, left with the inscription VENVS VICTRIX. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Salonina 68?
- RIC V Salonina 68 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.01g, diameter 22mm, die axis 2 h, struck.
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