Constantine I Quinarius, Claudius Gothicus reverse
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297 · 306 AD-337 AD · Treveri
Obverse
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Obverse
DIVVS CLAVDIVS OPT IMP
Head of Claudius Gothicus, veiled, laureate, right
Reverse
REQVIES OPT MER
Claudius Gothicus, veiled, togate, seated left, raising right hand and holding short sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297 is a quinarius of Constantine I (306 AD-337 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Claudius Gothicus, veiled, togate, seated left, raising right hand and holding short sceptre in left hand.
About the Quinarius
The quinarius was a Roman silver denomination worth half a denarius, typically weighing 1.5–2.0 grams. It was struck intermittently from the Republic through the imperial period and is scarcer than the denarius in most series.
About the Treveri Mint
Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297?
- RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297 is a Silver Quinarius of Constantine I (306 AD-337 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297.
- How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 297?
- The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, veiled, laureate, right with the inscription DIVVS CLAVDIVS OPT IMP. The reverse depicts Claudius Gothicus, veiled, togate, seated left, raising right hand and holding short sceptre in left hand with the inscription REQVIES OPT MER. Portrait type: laureate.
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