How do you identify RIC V Valerian 238?

The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription CONCORDIA MILIT. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Valerian 238?

RIC V Valerian 238 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.93g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Valerian Antoninianus, Concordia reverse (RIC V 238)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC V Valerian 238

Ruler

Valerian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

257 AD

Mint

Mediolanum

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.93g

Diameter

22mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG

Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

CONCORDIA MILIT

Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand

About This Type

This RIC V Valerian 238 is an antoninianus of Valerian (257 AD), struck at the Mediolanum mint. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.93g, 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.

About the Mediolanum Mint

Mediolanum (modern Milan) was an imperial residence and mint from the late third century. It was particularly important under Maximian and during the fourth-century civil wars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Valerian 238?: RIC V Valerian 238 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (257 AD) struck at the Mediolanum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian 238.
How do you identify RIC V Valerian 238?: The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription CONCORDIA MILIT. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Valerian 238?: RIC V Valerian 238 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.93g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.