Galerius Aureus, Jupiter reverse
RIC VI Nicomedia 6 · 294 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Diocletian
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
IOVI CONSE-RVATORI
Jupiter, chlamys hanging behind, standing left (or standing front, head left), holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Nicomedia 6 is an aureus of Galerius, issued under Diocletian (294 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, chlamys hanging behind, standing left (or standing front, head left), holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 5.3g, 20mm diameter.
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 6?
- RIC VI Nicomedia 6 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius issued under Diocletian (294 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Nicomedia 6.
- How do you identify RIC VI Nicomedia 6?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Jupiter, chlamys hanging behind, standing left (or standing front, head left), holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription IOVI CONSE-RVATORI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Nicomedia 6?
- RIC VI Nicomedia 6 was struck in Gold, standard weight 5.3g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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