Antoninianus - Postumus Hercules, 9th Labour

Issuer Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year 286-293
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Antoninianus (1)
Currency Antoninianus (260-274)
Composition Billon
Weight 2.28 g
Diameter 19 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC V.4#373/12 , Schulten Rom#143 , RSC#123
Obverse description Radiate bust of Emperor atop bust of Hercules, lettering around.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering POSTVMVS PIVS FELIX AVG
(Translation: Postumus, Pious and Blessed Augustus)
Reverse description Nude Hercules facing left and holding club in hand, wearing lion skin over arm, right foot on Hippolyta (Queen of the Amazons) who is lying on the ground, taking her girdle from right hand as part of his 9th Labour.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering HERCVLI INVICTO
(Translation: Unconquered Hercules)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (286-293) - -
Numisquare ID 3470062020
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