Valerian Antoninianus, Pietas reverse
RIC V Valerian 219 · 254 AD-255 AD · Viminacium
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG
Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
PIETATI AVGG
Pietas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding sceptre in right hand
About This Type
This RIC V Valerian 219 is an antoninianus of Valerian (254 AD-255 AD), struck at the Viminacium mint. The reverse depicts Pietas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding sceptre in right hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.28g, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Valerian 219?
- RIC V Valerian 219 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (254 AD-255 AD) struck at the Viminacium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian 219.
- How do you identify RIC V Valerian 219?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Pietas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding sceptre in right hand with the inscription PIETATI AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Valerian 219?
- RIC V Valerian 219 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.28g, diameter 20mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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