Maximian Antoninianus — RIC V Diocletian 472

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Diocletian 472

Ruler

Maximian

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

295 AD-296 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

radiate

Obverse

IMP MAXIMIANVS AVG

Bust of Maximian, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CLARITAS AVGG

Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; at foot, captive

About This Type

This RIC V Diocletian 472 is an antoninianus of Maximian (295 AD-296 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; at foot, captive.

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Diocletian 472?: RIC V Diocletian 472 is a Silver Antoninianus of Maximian (295 AD-296 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 472.
How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 472?: The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP MAXIMIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; at foot, captive with the inscription CLARITAS AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.