Vabalathus Antoninianus, Hercules reverse
RIC V Vabalathus 4 · 267 AD-272 AD
Obverse
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Obverse
IM C VHABALATHVS AVG
Bust of Vabalathus, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
IV∈NVS AVG or IVV∈NTVS AVG
Hercules, standing front or right, lion's skin draped over arm, leaning on club with right hand and holding three apples in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Vabalathus 4 is an antoninianus of Vabalathus (267 AD-272 AD). The reverse depicts Hercules, standing front or right, lion's skin draped over arm, leaning on club with right hand and holding three apples in left hand.
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 Vabalathus 4?
- RIC V Vabalathus 4 is a Silver Antoninianus of Vabalathus (267 AD-272 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Vabalathus 4.
- How do you identify RIC V Vabalathus 4?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Vabalathus, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IM C VHABALATHVS AVG. The reverse depicts Hercules, standing front or right, lion's skin draped over arm, leaning on club with right hand and holding three apples in left hand with the inscription IV∈NVS AVG or IVV∈NTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
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