Augustus, A.D. 308-324
Bronze Nummus
Siscia mint, A.D. 313-314
Obv: IMP LIC LICINIVS P F AVG
Rev: IOVI CONS-ERVATORI - Jupiter, standing, facing left, chlamys hanging from shoulder, leaning on scepter and holding Vicotry with wreath on globe; eagle with wreath at feet.
SIS in exergue; Γ in right field
RIC 8
20mm, 3.1g.
Licinius reigned from 308-324 A.D. Originally part of the tetrarchy, (the division of the empire into 4 separate regions, each with its own ruler) his war against and ultimate defeat by Constantine the Great marked the temporary reunification of the empire, which lasted only until Constantine’s death.
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