Constantius Chlorus Multiple-Gold, Constantius Chlorus reverse
RIC VI Treveri 34 · 295 AD-305 AD · Treveri · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOBIL CAES
Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
REDDITOR LVCIS - AETERNA-E
Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, riding right, holding spear in right hand, toward Britannia, kneeling, extending hands; behind her, fortified city-gate; below her, LON; below horse, galley, right, with four soldiers
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 34 is a multiple-gold of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Maximian (295 AD-305 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, riding right, holding spear in right hand, toward Britannia, kneeling, extending hands; behind her, fortified city-gate; below her, LON; below horse, galley, right, with four soldiers.
About the Multiple-Gold
Gold multiples are oversized gold coins struck at weights of two or more solidi. They were presentation pieces and imperial donatives rather than circulating currency. Surviving examples are extremely rare and command high prices.
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 34?
- RIC VI Treveri 34 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Constantius Chlorus issued under Maximian (295 AD-305 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 34.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 34?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOBIL CAES. The reverse depicts Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, riding right, holding spear in right hand, toward Britannia, kneeling, extending hands; behind her, fortified city-gate; below her, LON; below horse, galley, right, with four soldiers with the inscription REDDITOR LVCIS - AETERNA-E. Portrait type: laureate.
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