Seaton Down Hoard coin, radiate of Victorinus (coin)
Seaton Down HoardOwnership/credit: RAMM acquired the coins with help from Clinton Devon Estates, Thomson Reuters, Devon County Council and many members of the public. A generous donation by Patrick Long will ensure that the coins are preserved for inspiration and wonder of children.
Ownership/credit: RAMM acquired the coins with help from Clinton Devon Estates, Thomson Reuters, Devon County Council and many members of the public. A generous donation by Patrick Long will ensure that the coins are preserved for inspiration and wonder of children.
Descriptions
A type of coin called a radiate. It was issued by Emperor Victorinus. Made in AD 260-274, it is one of the earliest coins from the Seaton Down hoard.
This object is on display at RAMM in the Making History gallery.
Inscription
obverse IMP C VICTORINVS P F AVG IMP C VICTORINVS P F AVG
reverse PIETAS AVG PIETAS AVG
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