Antoninianus - Diocletianus CONCORDIA MILITVM; Cyzicus
| Bronze (traces of silver coating) | 3.3 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 286-293 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze (traces of silver coating) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#174176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Emperor standing right, holding parazonium, receiving Victory from Jupiter standing left, holding sceptre, officina letter Γ in lower centre, value mark XXI, dot.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA MILITVM・
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Concordia on one side, which symbolizes unity and harmony among the military. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Diocletian, who was known for his military reforms and efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire.
