What is RIC VI Treveri 53?

RIC VI Treveri 53 is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 53.

Maximian Aureus, Jupiter reverse (RIC VI Treveri 53)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 53

Ruler

Maximian

Denomination

Aureus

Date

295 AD-305 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

MAXIMIANVS NOB C

Head of Galerius, laureate, right

Reverse

IOVI CONSERVAT AVGG - ET CAESS NN

Jupiter, seated left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 53 is an aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, seated left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

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 53?: RIC VI Treveri 53 is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 53.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 53?: The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Jupiter, seated left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription IOVI CONSERVAT AVGG - ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.