What is RIC VI Treveri 78a?

RIC VI Treveri 78a is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 78a.

How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 78a?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in arms with the inscription SALVS AVGG - ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 78a?

RIC VI Treveri 78a was struck in Gold, standard weight 5.66g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Maximian Aureus, Salus reverse (RIC VI Treveri 78a)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 78a

Ruler

Maximian

Denomination

Aureus

Date

295 AD-305 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Weight

5.66g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTANTIVS NOB C

Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right

Reverse

SALVS AVGG - ET CAESS NN

Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in arms

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 78a is an aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in arms. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 5.66g, 18mm diameter.

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 78a?: RIC VI Treveri 78a is a Gold Aureus of Maximian (295 AD-305 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 78a.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 78a?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in arms with the inscription SALVS AVGG - ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 78a?: RIC VI Treveri 78a was struck in Gold, standard weight 5.66g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.