Victorinus Aureus, Bust reverse
RIC V Victorinus 2 · 269 AD-271 AD · Southern Gallic Mint
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP CAES VICTORINVS P F AVG
Bust of Victorinus, laureate, draped, right
Reverse
ADIVTRIX AVG
Bust of Diana, draped, right, holding bow in right hand and drawing arrow from quiver with left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Victorinus 2 is an aureus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD), struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint. The reverse depicts Bust of Diana, draped, right, holding bow in right hand and drawing arrow from quiver with left hand.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Victorinus 2?
- RIC V Victorinus 2 is a Gold Aureus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD) struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Victorinus 2.
- How do you identify RIC V Victorinus 2?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Victorinus, laureate, draped, right with the inscription IMP CAES VICTORINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Bust of Diana, draped, right, holding bow in right hand and drawing arrow from quiver with left hand with the inscription ADIVTRIX AVG. Portrait type: laureate.
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