© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Diocletianus CONCORDIA MILITVM or CONCORDIA MILITVM•; Cyzicus
| Silver | 3.8 g | 21 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 | 284-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Diocletian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding parazonium or sceptre in right hand and receiving Victory from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM or CONCORDIA MILITVM•
A//XXI
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.37–4.98 g;Diameter varies: 12–23 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 the image of the Roman goddess Concordia, which symbolizes harmony and unity, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of unity and cooperation within the Roman Empire during the reign of Diocletian, who introduced numerous reforms aimed at strengthening the empire and improving its military. The coin's design serves as a reflection of the political and social values of the time, and its message of unity and cooperation continues to resonate throughout history.
