RIC VI Aquileia 64a Constantius Chlorus obverse — Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding ol... Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 64a Constantius Chlorus reverse — Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quie... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VI Aquileia 64a
Ruler
Constantius Chlorus
Denomination
AE1
Date
305 AD-306 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
8.24g
Diameter
28mm
Die Axis
11 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

D N DIOCLETIANO FELICISSIMO SEN AVG

Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand

Reverse

PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG

Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; in field to left and right, S F

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 64a is an ae1 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; in field to left and right, S F. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 8.24g, 28mm diameter.

About the AE1

AE1 is a modern size classification for large late Roman bronze coins with a diameter of 25mm or more. The term is used when the ancient denomination name is uncertain. Coins in this class include the large folles of Diocletian's reform and the heavy bronzes of the early Constantinian period.

About the Aquileia Mint

Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Aquileia 64a?
RIC VI Aquileia 64a is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 64a.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 64a?
The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription D N DIOCLETIANO FELICISSIMO SEN AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; in field to left and right, S F with the inscription PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 64a?
RIC VI Aquileia 64a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.24g, diameter 28mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

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