Antoninianus - Vaballathus IUENVS AVG, Star to left

€2.00
IssuerPalmyrene Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year272
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueAntoninianus (1)
CurrencyAntoninianus (270-273)
CompositionBronze
Weight3.02 g
Dimensions19 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC V.4#4 , BN#1265 var. (star
Obverse descriptionRadiate, draped and cuirassed bust of emperor right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIM C VHABALATHVS AVG
(Translation: Emperor, Caesar, Vaballathus - Augsutus)
Reverse descriptionHercules standing right, with lion`s skin draped over right arm, holding club and Apples of the Hesperides, a star to the left.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringIUENVS AVG
(Translation: Young Augustus)
Edge
Mint
Mintage272  - -
Catalog ID4538052500
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