Valerian I; AR Antoninianus; Pietas
110,00 €
Description
Valerian I (253 – 260 AD). AR Antoninianus, Viminacium mint 254-255 AD. IMP C P LIC VALERIANVS AVG; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / PIETATI AVGG; Pietas standing to left, leaning on column and holding sceptre.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AR22 |
| Weight [g]: | 3,46 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | RIC 219 |
| Commentary: | rare; silver patina |
Historical Context
As a exception in the troubled times of the 3rd century Valerian came from noble senatorial family and was Consul in the late 230s.
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