© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Argenteus - Constantius I VIRTVS MILITVM; Strike as Caesar under Maximianus
294 year| Silver | 3.26 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 294 |
| Value | Argenteus (1) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#92903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tetrarchs sacrificing before six-turreted enclosure
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS MILITVM
Comment
Caesura: CONSTAN-TIVS AVG on obverse and VIRTVS - MILITVM on reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius I, who was a powerful Roman emperor during the 4th century AD. He played a significant role in establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the empire and was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and Germans. The coin's design, which includes the image of Constantius I and the inscription "VIRTVS MILITVM" (Virtus Militum), highlights his military prowess and leadership.
