Valerian II; BI Antoninianus, Rome; Caesar standing
Description:
Valerian II (256 - 258 AD). BI Antoninianus, Rome mint 257 AD. LIC COR SAL VALERIANVS N CAES; radiate and draped bust right / PRINC IVVENT; Prince standing left, holding globe and sceptre, small captive at feet, P in right field.
Diameter:
BI20 mm
Weight:
3,36 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
Goebl 275 i
Commentary:
scarce; slightly off-centre
History:
Valerian's grandfather, also Valerian, made probably the best attempt at dynastic policy making shortly after his acclamation his son Gallienus co-emperor and his grandson Caesar.
Article Number:
063-01-07-43702