Antoninianus - Vaballathus IUENVS AVG, Star to left

Issuer Palmyrene Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year 272
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Antoninianus (1)
Currency Antoninianus (270-273)
Composition Bronze
Weight 3.02 g
Diameter 19 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC V.4#4 , BN#1265 var. (star
Obverse description Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of emperor right.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering IM C VHABALATHVS AVG
(Translation: Emperor, Caesar, Vaballathus - Augsutus)
Reverse description Hercules standing right, with lion`s skin draped over right arm, holding club and Apples of the Hesperides, a star to the left.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering IUENVS AVG
(Translation: Young Augustus)
Edge
Mint
Mintage 272 - -
Numisquare ID 4538052500
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