Constantius Chlorus AE1, Genius reverse
RIC VI Treveri 653a · 305 AD-307 AD · Treveri · Issued under Severus II
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP CONSTANTIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI
Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 653a is an ae1 of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Severus II (305 AD-307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 11.26g, 28mm diameter.
About the AE1
AE1 is a modern size classification for large late Roman bronze coins with a diameter of 25mm or more. The term is used when the ancient denomination name is uncertain. Coins in this class include the large folles of Diocletian's reform and the heavy bronzes of the early Constantinian 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Treveri 653a?
- RIC VI Treveri 653a is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus issued under Severus II (305 AD-307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 653a.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 653a?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CONSTANTIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 653a?
- RIC VI Treveri 653a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 11.26g, diameter 28mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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