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.

Diocletian Aureus — RIC VI Nicomedia 16

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Nicomedia 16

Ruler

Diocletian

Denomination

Aureus

Date

303 AD-304 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Nicomedia 16?: RIC VI Nicomedia 16 is a Gold Aureus of 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.