Diocletian Antoninianus, Diocletian reverse
RIC V Diocletian 256 · 293 AD-295 AD · Siscia · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP C C VAL DIOCLETIANVS AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
CONCORDIA MILITVM
Diocletian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre
About This Type
This RIC V Diocletian 256 is an antoninianus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (293 AD-295 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Diocletian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.99g, 21mm diameter.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
About the Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Diocletian 256?
- RIC V Diocletian 256 is a Silver Antoninianus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (293 AD-295 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 256.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 256?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C C VAL DIOCLETIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Diocletian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre with the inscription CONCORDIA MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Diocletian 256?
- RIC V Diocletian 256 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.99g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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