Diocletian Uncertain Value, Diocletian reverse
RIC VI Nicomedia 20 · 295 AD · Nicomedia
Obverse
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Obverse
MAXIMIANVS CAESAR
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
VIRTVTI - MILITVM
Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in a six-turreted enclosure
About This Type
This RIC VI Nicomedia 20 is an uncertain value of Diocletian (295 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in a six-turreted enclosure.
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 20?
- RIC VI Nicomedia 20 is a Silver Uncertain Value of Diocletian (295 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Nicomedia 20.
- How do you identify RIC VI Nicomedia 20?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS CAESAR. The reverse depicts Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in a six-turreted enclosure with the inscription VIRTVTI - MILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.
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