Saloninus Antoninianus, Spes reverse
RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1 · 256 AD · Issued under Valerian
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
SALON VALERIANVS NOB CAES
Bust of Saloninus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
SPES PVBLICA
Spes, draped, presenting flower to Saloninus with right hand and holding skirt with left hand; Saloninus in military attire and holding spear
About This Type
This RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1 is an antoninianus of Saloninus, issued under Valerian (256 AD). The reverse depicts Spes, draped, presenting flower to Saloninus with right hand and holding skirt with left hand; Saloninus in military attire and holding spear. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.52g, 21mm 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 Saloninus 36: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1 is a Silver Antoninianus of Saloninus issued under Valerian (256 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Saloninus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription SALON VALERIANVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Spes, draped, presenting flower to Saloninus with right hand and holding skirt with left hand; Saloninus in military attire and holding spear with the inscription SPES PVBLICA. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1?
- RIC V Saloninus 36: Subtype 1 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.52g, diameter 21mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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