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1 Aureus - Imitating Diocletian, 284-305, or Maximian,
| Gold plated bronze | 21 g | 5.95 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 285-325 |
| Value | 1 Aureus |
| Currency | Aureus (circa 150-325) |
| Composition | Gold plated bronze |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Diameter | 5.95 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#189013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Person seated while facing left holding Victory presenting wreath in her right hand and a long scepter in her left, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: II - IISIII
Edge
Plain
Comment
Based on the obverse, this is likely a free-hand imitation rather than one based on an actual prototype (although the reverse indicates this is imitating either Diocletian or Maximian).The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
The vast majority of Aureus and Quinarius pieces from the Uncertain Germanic tribes are either holed or have a suspension loop attached. This implies that, while these were coins, these imitations were mainly meant for jewelry rather than to be spent.
An example where the plating is more obvious:
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was likely produced in limited quantities for a specific purpose, such as for ceremonial or commemorative reasons.
