Constantius Chlorus Multiple-Gold, Diocletian reverse
RIC VI Treveri 35 · 295 AD-305 AD · Treveri · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOBIL CAES
Bust of Constntius Chlorus, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped sceptre
Reverse
TEMPO-RVM FELICITAS
Diocletian and Maximian, nimbate, draped, sacrificing from paterae over tripod altar; behind, tetrastyle temple with wreath in pediment; to right of altar, forepart of sacrificed bull, behind, flute player; on either side of emperors, two attendants; in exergue, CAESS XIII COSS V
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 35 is a multiple-gold of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Maximian (295 AD-305 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Diocletian and Maximian, nimbate, draped, sacrificing from paterae over tripod altar; behind, tetrastyle temple with wreath in pediment; to right of altar, forepart of sacrificed bull, behind, flute player; on either side of emperors, two attendants; in exergue, CAESS XIII COSS V.
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 35?
- RIC VI Treveri 35 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 35.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 35?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constntius Chlorus, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding eagle-tipped sceptre with the inscription FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOBIL CAES. The reverse depicts Diocletian and Maximian, nimbate, draped, sacrificing from paterae over tripod altar; behind, tetrastyle temple with wreath in pediment; to right of altar, forepart of sacrificed bull, behind, flute player; on either side of emperors, two attendants; in exergue, CAESS XIII COSS V with the inscription TEMPO-RVM FELICITAS. Portrait type: laureate.
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