Constantius I, as Caesar, BI Antoninianus, Antioch Mint, 293 AD – Jupiter and Hercules – RR

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Description

Roman Imperial, Constantius I, 293-305 AD, as Caesar, BI Antoninianus (billon, 3.27g, 23.2mm), Antioch Mint, 293 AD
Obv: FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOB CAES; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Constantius I right, seen from behind
Rev:Ā  IOVI ET HERCVLI CONS CAES, Jupiter standing facing, head right, holding globe, before Hercules standing left, holding Victory and club; S between; XXIā€¢ in exergue
Ref: RIC 673 Rarity/Choice: Scarce , VF (traces of silver, full legend)
Note: Constantius I, also known as Constantius Chlorus, served as Caesar from AD 293 to 305 and later as Augustus until his death in AD 306. He was one of the prominent figures in the Tetrarchy, a system established by Emperor Diocletian to stabilize and manage the Roman Empire by dividing authority among four rulers. This BI Antoninianus, minted in Antioch exemplifies the propagandistic efforts to emphasize the unity and strength of the Tetrarchic system. This Antoninianus of Constantius I, minted in Antioch, is a significant piece that illustrates the themes of divine favor and the unity of the Tetrarchs. Through its detailed imagery and inscriptions, the coin communicates the divine endorsement and collaborative strength of Constantius I and his fellow Tetrarchs. The depiction of Jupiter and Hercules emphasizes the power and protection afforded to the rulers, reinforcing their authority and the stability of the Roman Empire during this period.