Maximian Multiple-Gold — RIC VI Treveri 35

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 35

Ruler

Maximian

Denomination

Multiple-Gold

Date

295 AD-305 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Treveri 35?: RIC VI Treveri 35 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of 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.