Denarius - Postumus Hercules`s Fifth Labour

€457,478.00
IssuerGallic Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year268
TypeStandard circulation coins
ValueDenarius (1/2)
CurrencyAntoninianus (260-274)
CompositionSilver
Weight2.81 g
Dimensions19 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC V.4#362 , Schlüter Rom#135
Obverse descriptionCuraissed and Laureate Bust of Emperor Postumus facing right in front of laureate bust of Hercules.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringPOSTVMVS PIVS FELIX AVG
(Translation: Postumus, Pious and Blessed Augustus)
Reverse descriptionHercules with two handed ax left facing and nude, with water jug. Lettering around.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringHERCVLI PISAEO
(Translation: To the Pisan Hercules)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (268)  - Unique -
Catalog ID3630772620
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