Valerian Antoninianus, Temple reverse (RIC V II 2)

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Valerian II 2

Ruler

Valerian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

255 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

VALERIANVS CAES

Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped, right

Reverse

DEO VOLKANO

Temple, Vulcan within, holding hammer in right hand and pincers in left hand

About This Type

This RIC V Valerian II 2 is an antoninianus of Valerian (255 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Temple, Vulcan within, holding hammer in right hand and pincers 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.

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 II 2?: RIC V Valerian II 2 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (255 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian II 2.
How do you identify RIC V Valerian II 2?: The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped, right with the inscription VALERIANVS CAES. The reverse depicts Temple, Vulcan within, holding hammer in right hand and pincers in left hand with the inscription DEO VOLKANO. Portrait type: radiate.