How do you identify RIC V Valerian 4?

The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription VALERIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Eagle bearing emperor to heaven with the inscription CONSACRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.

Valerian Antoninianus, Eagle reverse (RIC V 4)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Valerian 4

Ruler

Valerian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

257 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

VALERIANVS P F AVG

Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

CONSACRATIO

Eagle bearing emperor to heaven

About This Type

This RIC V Valerian 4 is an antoninianus of Valerian (257 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Eagle bearing emperor to heaven.

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 Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Valerian 4?: RIC V Valerian 4 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (257 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian 4.
How do you identify RIC V Valerian 4?: The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription VALERIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Eagle bearing emperor to heaven with the inscription CONSACRATIO. Portrait type: radiate.