RIC VI Treveri 676b — Severus II AE1
RIC VI Treveri 676b · 305 AD-307 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
D N MAXIMIANO FELICISSIMO SEN AVG
Bust of Maximian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand
Reverse
PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG
Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch (up or down) in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 676b is an ae1 of Severus II (305 AD-307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch (up or down) in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.49g, 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 676b?
- RIC VI Treveri 676b is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (305 AD-307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 676b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 676b?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription D N MAXIMIANO FELICISSIMO SEN AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch (up or down) in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 676b?
- RIC VI Treveri 676b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.49g, diameter 28mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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