Constantius Chlorus Aureus (RIC VI Treveri 621)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 621

Ruler

Constantius Chlorus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

305 AD-307 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

MAXIMINVS NOB C

Head of Maximinus Daia, laureate, right

Reverse

HERCVLI CONSER - AVGG ET CAESS NN

Hercules, standing front, head left, leaning on club with right hand holding bow in left hand; over left shoulder, lion's skin; behind right shoulder, quiver

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 621 is an aureus of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Hercules, standing front, head left, leaning on club with right hand holding bow in left hand; over left shoulder, lion's skin; behind right shoulder, quiver.

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 621?: RIC VI Treveri 621 is a Gold Aureus of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 621.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 621?: The obverse depicts Head of Maximinus Daia, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMINVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Hercules, standing front, head left, leaning on club with right hand holding bow in left hand; over left shoulder, lion's skin; behind right shoulder, quiver with the inscription HERCVLI CONSER - AVGG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.