RIC V Victorinus 9 — Victorinus Aureus
RIC V Victorinus 9 · 269 AD-271 AD · Southern Gallic Mint
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP VICTORINVS P F AVG
Bust of Victorinus, radiate or laureate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
INVICTVS AVG
Victorinus, draped, cuirassed, riding left, treading down enemy
About This Type
This RIC V Victorinus 9 is an aureus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD), struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint. The reverse depicts Victorinus, draped, cuirassed, riding left, treading down enemy.
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 9?
- RIC V Victorinus 9 is a Gold Aureus of Victorinus (269 AD-271 AD) struck at the Southern Gallic Mint mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Victorinus 9.
- How do you identify RIC V Victorinus 9?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Victorinus, radiate or laureate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP VICTORINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victorinus, draped, cuirassed, riding left, treading down enemy with the inscription INVICTVS AVG. Portrait type: laureate.
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