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Find Spot MPM1581 - Roman radiate of Gallienus, Portsdown Hill
Summary
3rd-century base-silver Roman radiate of Gallienus.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A worn 3rd-century base-silver Roman radiate of Gallienus (joint reign), 'PAX AUGG', Rome mint (257-258 AD; Reece issue period 12; Cunetio 632; R.I.C. 157 var.). Obverse: Bearded bust radiate and cuirassed facing right. IMP GALLIENVS P F AVG G M. Reverse: Pax standing left, holding olive branch in raised right hand and transverse sceptre in left. [P]AX AVG[G]. Mint: V -//-. Found on Portsdown hill 1987-1989.
Portable Antiquities Scheme, 2003-2015, Portable Antiquities Scheme (Index). SPM283.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SPM283 Index: Portable Antiquities Scheme. 2003-2015. Portable Antiquities Scheme.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Finds (1)
- COIN (Roman - 257 AD to 258 AD)
Location
| Grid reference | SU 65 06 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM