Victorinus Antoninianus, Soldier reverse
RIC V Victorinus 78 · 269 AD-271 AD · Southern Gallic Mint
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
IMP C VICTORINVS P F AVG
Bust of Victorinus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Victorinus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VIRTVS AVG
Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Victorinus 78 is an antoninianus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD), struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.07g, 17mm 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Victorinus 78?
- RIC V Victorinus 78 is a Silver Antoninianus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD) struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Victorinus 78.
- How do you identify RIC V Victorinus 78?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Victorinus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Victorinus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C VICTORINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning on shield with left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Victorinus 78?
- RIC V Victorinus 78 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.07g, diameter 17mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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