Ruler
Valerian I hybrid
Value
Antoninianus
Reverse Legend
PRINC. IVVENT / P
Grade
gVF
Mint
Rome
Date
258-259 A.D.
Weigth and Diameter
2.52 g, 20 mm.
Metal
Silvered billon
Roman Empire - Valerian I (253-260 A.D.) Silver antoninianus (2.52 g, 20 mm.). Minted in Rome, AD 258-259 A.D.
IMP P VALERIANVS AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right.
PRINC IVVENT / P. Prince, in military dress, standing front, his head turned to left, holding globe in his right hand and spear or scepter in his left; to his feet to left, captive. Cohen 63. MIR 275i. RIC 28 var. (ensign instead of globe). Saloninus reverse!!
Extremely rare hybrid antoninianus from Rome mint. Silvering still remaining in some areas, specially in reverse. Porous surfaces. Good very fine.
2023-13483 (XB02524)