Diocletian AE2, Quies reverse
RIC VI Treveri 699 · 307 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
D N DIOCLETIANO P F S AVG
Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand
Reverse
QVIES AV-GVSTORVM
Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 699 is an ae2 of Diocletian, issued under Constantine I (307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand.
About the AE2
AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.
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 699?
- RIC VI Treveri 699 is a Bronze AE2 of Diocletian issued under Constantine I (307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 699.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 699?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription D N DIOCLETIANO P F S AVG. The reverse depicts Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription QVIES AV-GVSTORVM. Portrait type: laureate.
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