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RIC V Allectus 76

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Record status

Individual type · research required

Issuing entity

Roman Empire

RIC V Allectus 76. Denomination: Antoninianus. Authority: Allectus. Mint: Camulodunum. The obverse shows bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, with the legend IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG.

The reverse shows laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor, javelin, rudder, or baton in left hand, with the legend LAETIT AVG.

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Historical context

This coin was issued under the authority of Allectus during the Roman imperial period. It was produced at the mint of Camulodunum, bearing his imperial title with the obverse inscription "IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG".

The antoninianus was introduced by Caracalla in early 215 AD and was a denomination thought to have been valued at two denarii. Characterised by the radiate crown, it was originally silver but underwent progressive debasement across the third century as successive soldier emperors and usurpers required coin to pay their troops and secure loyalty. On this issue, the reverse depicts Laetitia accompanied by the legend "LAETIT AVG".

Physical characteristics

Material
Silver
Denomination
Antoninianus

Technical characteristics

Mint
Camulodunum
Authority
Allectus

Design

Obverse
Bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Allectus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor, javelin, rudder, or baton in left hand
Obverse legend
IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG
Reverse legend
LAETIT AVG

Identification

Type reference
RIC V Allectus 76
Denomination and metal
Antoninianus, Silver
Obverse legend to match
IMP C ALLECTVS P F AVG
Reverse legend to match
LAETIT AVG
Source note
Type description from the American Numismatic Society's Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE); individual specimens differ in die, flan size, weight and wear, and legend breaks may vary.

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