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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Aureus - Maximianus COS III; Cyzicus
| Gold | 5.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 288-289 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maximian, draped, cuirassed, riding right, spearing fallen enemy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Unabridged legend: Consul Tertium.
Translation: Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Maximianus (COS III; Cyzicus) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Maximianus (286-293 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
