Antoninianus - Constantius I as Caesar CONCORDIA MILITVM; Cyzicus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Caesar | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (285-286) Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (293-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 284-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Constantius Chlorus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre or parazonium in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
ϵ//XXI
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Constantius I as Caesar (284-294 AD) was part of a series of coins issued during the Roman Empire's "Crisis of the Third Century," a period marked by political instability, external threats, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period showcased impressive artistry and craftsmanship, with detailed portraits of the emperors and intricate designs on the reverses. The CONCORDIA MILITVM (Concord of the Military) motif on the reverse of this coin highlights the importance of unity and cooperation among the Roman military during this tumultuous time.