© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Diocletianus CONCORDIA MILITVM
| Silver | 3.9 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-295 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Diocletian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding parazonium in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
Z//XXI
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.32–4.64 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–22.23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents the unity and harmony of the Roman military. This image was a common motif on coins during the reign of Diocletian, who was known for his military reforms and campaigns. The coin's design highlights the importance of military power and unity during this period of Roman history.
