Victorinus Antoninianus, Jupiter reverse
RIC V Victorinus 52 · 269 AD-271 AD · Southern Gallic Mint
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP VICTORINVS P F AVG
Bust of Victorinus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
LEG XXX VLP VICT P F
Jupiter, standing front, head left, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand; at foot to left, capricorn running toward him
About This Type
This RIC V Victorinus 52 is an antoninianus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD), struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing front, head left, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand; at foot to left, capricorn running toward him.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Victorinus 52?
- RIC V Victorinus 52 is a Silver Antoninianus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD) struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Victorinus 52.
- How do you identify RIC V Victorinus 52?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Victorinus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP VICTORINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing front, head left, holding sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand; at foot to left, capricorn running toward him with the inscription LEG XXX VLP VICT P F. Portrait type: radiate.
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