Diocletian Antoninianus, Jupiter reverse
RIC V Diocletian 58 · 289 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP C C VAL DIOCLETIANVS AVG
Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
IOVI VICTORI
Jupiter, walking left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Diocletian 58 is an antoninianus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (289 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, walking left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and spear in left hand.
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 58?
- RIC V Diocletian 58 is a Silver Antoninianus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (289 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Diocletian 58.
- How do you identify RIC V Diocletian 58?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, radiate, draped, right with the inscription IMP C C VAL DIOCLETIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, walking left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and spear in left hand with the inscription IOVI VICTORI. Portrait type: radiate.
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