RIC VI Aquileia 64b — Constantius Chlorus AE1
RIC VI Aquileia 64b · 305 AD-306 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
D N MAXIMIANO FELICISSIMO SEN AVG
Bust of Maximian, 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 64b 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 8.72g.
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 64b?
- RIC VI Aquileia 64b is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 64b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 64b?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription D N MAXIMIANO 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 64b?
- RIC VI Aquileia 64b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.72g, die axis 7 h, struck.
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