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© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
Aureus - Licinius IOVI CONS LICINI AVG; Nicomedia
| Gold | 5.25 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 321-322 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked to waist except for cloak over left shoulder, seated facing front on throne on inscribed platform, holding Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding wreath up in right hand, on globe, on extended right hand and vertical sceptre in left: at feet left, eagle, standing front, body inclined left, head right, holding wreath.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONS LICINI AVG
SIC X
SIC XX
Unabridged legend:
IOVI CONSERVATORI LICINIUS AVGVSTUS
SICVT DECENNALIA SIC VICENNALIA
Translation:
to Jupiter the Protector of the emperor Licinius
Solemn vows for the 10th anniversary – for the 20th anniversary
Comment
Weight varies from 5.22g-5.34g
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Licinius coin is that it features the image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and the emperor Licinius on the other. This coin was minted during Licinius' reign as emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire, and it highlights the importance of Jupiter as a deity in Roman culture and religion. The coin's design also showcases the skill and craftsmanship of Roman coin makers during this time period.
