Diocletian Antoninianus, Jupiter reverse
RIC V Diocletian 33 · 292 AD-294 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP DIOCLETIANVS P AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
IOVI AVGG
Jupiter, seated left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Diocletian 33 is an antoninianus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (292 AD-294 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, seated left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.2g, 22mm 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 Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Diocletian 33?
- RIC V Diocletian 33 is a Silver Antoninianus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (292 AD-294 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 33.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 33?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP DIOCLETIANVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, seated left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription IOVI AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Diocletian 33?
- RIC V Diocletian 33 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.2g, diameter 22mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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