What is RIC VI Treveri 16?

RIC VI Treveri 16 is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (293 AD-294 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 16.

Maximian Aureus — RIC VI Treveri 16

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 16

Ruler

Maximian

Denomination

Aureus

Date

293 AD-294 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG

Head of Diocletian, laureate, right

Reverse

IOVI CONS-ERVAT or IOVI CON-SERVAT

Jupiter, nude to waist, seated front, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet to left, eagle

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 16 is an aureus of Maximian (293 AD-294 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude to waist, seated front, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet to left, eagle.

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 Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Treveri 16?: RIC VI Treveri 16 is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (293 AD-294 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 16.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 16?: The obverse depicts Head of Diocletian, laureate, right with the inscription DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude to waist, seated front, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at feet to left, eagle with the inscription IOVI CONS-ERVAT or IOVI CON-SERVAT. Portrait type: laureate.