RIC V Diocletian 34 — Maximian Antoninianus
RIC V Diocletian 34 · 292 AD-294 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP DIOCLETIANVS AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right, or 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 34 is an antoninianus of 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 3.68g, 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 34?
- RIC V Diocletian 34 is a Silver Antoninianus of Maximian (292 AD-294 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 34.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 34?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Diocletian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP DIOCLETIANVS 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 34?
- RIC V Diocletian 34 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.68g, diameter 22mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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