Valerian Antoninianus, Sacrificial reverse
RIC V Valerian II 19 · 254 AD-255 AD · Rome
Obverse
Reverse
Katholische Universität Eichstätt-Ingolstadt
Obverse
P LIC VALERIANVS CAES
Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped right
Reverse
PIETAS AVGG
Sacrificial implements, variously arranged
About This Type
This RIC V Valerian II 19 is an antoninianus of Valerian (254 AD-255 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Sacrificial implements, variously arranged. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.17g, 23mm 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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Valerian II 19?
- RIC V Valerian II 19 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (254 AD-255 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian II 19.
- How do you identify RIC V Valerian II 19?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped right with the inscription P LIC VALERIANVS CAES. The reverse depicts Sacrificial implements, variously arranged with the inscription PIETAS AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Valerian II 19?
- RIC V Valerian II 19 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.17g, diameter 23mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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