Diocletian Aureus, Jupiter reverse
RIC VI Treveri 20 · 293 AD-294 AD · Treveri · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG
Head of Diocletian, laureate, right
Reverse
IOVI FVL-GERATORI
Jupiter, standing right, hurling thunderbolt at giant with right hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 20 is an aureus of Diocletian, issued under Maximian (293 AD-294 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, hurling thunderbolt at giant with right hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 5.37g, 19mm 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Treveri 20?
- RIC VI Treveri 20 is a Gold Aureus of Diocletian issued under Maximian (293 AD-294 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 20.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 20?
- The obverse depicts Head of Diocletian, laureate, right with the inscription DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, standing right, hurling thunderbolt at giant with right hand with the inscription IOVI FVL-GERATORI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 20?
- RIC VI Treveri 20 was struck in Gold, standard weight 5.37g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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