RIC VI Treveri 685a Constantius Chlorus obverse, Head of Severus II, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Treveri 685a Constantius Chlorus reverse, VOT / X / CAESS within a wreath Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Treveri 685a
Ruler
Constantius Chlorus
Denomination
AE3
Date
305 AD-306 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
1.28g
Diameter
13mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

SEVERVS NOB C

Head of Severus II, laureate, right

Reverse

VOT / X / CAESS

VOT / X / CAESS within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 685a is an ae3 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts VOT / X / CAESS within a wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.28g, 13mm diameter.

About the AE3

AE3 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 17–21mm in diameter. It is the most common denomination class in the Constantinian period, encompassing the small nummi and reduced folles that circulated in enormous quantities. GLORIA EXERCITVS and camp gate types are typical AE3 reverses.

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 685a?
RIC VI Treveri 685a is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 685a.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 685a?
The obverse depicts Head of Severus II, laureate, right with the inscription SEVERVS NOB C. The reverse depicts VOT / X / CAESS within a wreath with the inscription VOT / X / CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 685a?
RIC VI Treveri 685a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.28g, diameter 13mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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