Maximian Aureus
RIC VI Nicomedia 16 · 303 AD-304 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Diocletian
Obverse
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Obverse
MAXIMIANVS AVGVSTVS
Head of Maximian, laureate, right
Reverse
XX / MAXI/MIAN/I AVG / SMN within a laurel wreath, enclosing N_K at top
About This Type
This RIC VI Nicomedia 16 is an aureus of Maximian, issued under Diocletian (303 AD-304 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts XX / MAXI/MIAN/I AVG / SMN within a laurel wreath, enclosing N_K at top.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
About the Nicomedia Mint
Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) served as an eastern imperial mint from Diocletian's reform onward. It was particularly important under the Tetrarchy when Nicomedia served as a capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Nicomedia 16?
- RIC VI Nicomedia 16 is a Gold Aureus of Maximian issued under Diocletian (303 AD-304 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Nicomedia 16.
- How do you identify RIC VI Nicomedia 16?
- The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS AVGVSTVS. The reverse depicts XX / MAXI/MIAN/I AVG / SMN within a laurel wreath, enclosing N_K at top. Portrait type: laureate.
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