Diocletian Antoninianus, Diocletian reverse
RIC V Diocletian 264 · 289 AD-290 AD · Siscia · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C C VAL DIOCLETIANVS P AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
CONSERVATOR AVGG
Diocletian, draped, standing right, and Jupiter, standing left, each holding sceptre and sacrificing at altar
About This Type
This RIC V Diocletian 264 is an antoninianus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (289 AD-290 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Diocletian, draped, standing right, and Jupiter, standing left, each holding sceptre and sacrificing at altar.
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 264?
- RIC V Diocletian 264 is a Silver Antoninianus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (289 AD-290 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 264.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 264?
- 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 P AVG. The reverse depicts Diocletian, draped, standing right, and Jupiter, standing left, each holding sceptre and sacrificing at altar with the inscription CONSERVATOR AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
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