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Aureus - Constantius I HERCVLI VICTORI NK; Nicomedia
| Gold | 5.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (305-311) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing front, head right, leaning on club with right hand and holding apples and lion's skin in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERCVLI - VICTORI NK (ligate)
SMN
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Constantius I (HERCVLI VICTORI NK; Nicomedia) (305-306) coin was part of a series of coins issued by Constantius I, also known as Constantius Chlorus, to commemorate his victories over the barbarian tribes in Gaul and Germany. The coin features an image of the emperor on one side and a depiction of Hercules on the other, symbolizing Constantius's strength and power as a leader.
