How do you identify RIC V Valerian II 20?

The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped right with the inscription P C L VALERIANVS NOB 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 20?

RIC V Valerian II 20 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.17g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Valerian Antoninianus, Sacrificial (RIC V II 20)

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Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Valerian II 20

Ruler

Valerian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

254 AD-255 AD

Mint

Rome

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.17g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

P C L VALERIANVS NOB CAES

Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped right

Reverse

PIETAS AVGG

Sacrificial implements, variously arranged

About This Type

This RIC V Valerian II 20 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, 21mm 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Valerian II 20?: RIC V Valerian II 20 is a Silver Antoninianus of Valerian (254 AD-255 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Valerian II 20.
How do you identify RIC V Valerian II 20?: The obverse depicts Bust of Valerian II, radiate, draped right with the inscription P C L VALERIANVS NOB 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 20?: RIC V Valerian II 20 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.17g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.