Modern Silver Pendant with Diocletian Follis (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Modern silver pendant containing an authentic 3rd‑century Diocletian follis from Antioch, 21 mm in diameter (coin about 19 mm), in good condition, from a Belgian private collection, with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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ITEM: Modern pendant with Diocletian Follis
MATERIAL: Silver and bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 21 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition. Original coin within a modern handmade circular silver setting.
PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1990s
COIN DESCRIPTION: Diocletian, Antioch, post-reform radiate fraction. 3,11 g, 19 mm. IMP CC VAL DIOCLETIANVS PF AVG., radiate draped bust right / CONCORDIA MILITVM, Prince standing right in military dress, receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter facing left, leaning on sceptre. Star over B in lower centre. Mintmark ANT. RIC VI 60a Antioch.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity.
Diocletian rose to power in 284 AD, marking the end of the chaotic "Crisis of the Third Century." Recognizing that the Roman Empire had become too vast and complex for a single ruler to manage effectively against internal revolts and external barbarian threats, he implemented a revolutionary administrative overhaul known as the Tetrarchy, or "Rule of Four." This system divided the empire into Eastern and Western halves, each governed by a senior emperor titled Augustus and a junior successor titled Caesar, aimed at ensuring both military stability and a clear line of succession.
Beyond restructuring the government, Diocletian launched extensive reforms to stabilize the Roman economy and social fabric. He reorganized the provincial system into smaller units and expanded the imperial bureaucracy to improve tax collection and military logistics. In an attempt to curb rampant inflation, he issued the Edict on Maximum Prices in 301 AD, which set price ceilings on thousands of goods and services. While this economic measure met with limited success and was often ignored, his military reforms effectively strengthened the borders and modernized the army’s structure.
Despite his administrative successes, Diocletian’s reign is also defined by the Great Persecution, the empire's last and bloodiest attempt to suppress Christianity. He viewed the growing religion as a threat to traditional Roman values and the divine authority of the state. However, his most unique legacy remains his voluntary abdication in 305 AD. He retired to his massive palace in Split (modern-day Croatia) to farm cabbages, famously claiming he found more peace in his garden than he ever did in the seat of power.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
Translated by Google TranslateITEM: Modern pendant with Diocletian Follis
MATERIAL: Silver and bronze
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 21 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition. Original coin within a modern handmade circular silver setting.
PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1990s
COIN DESCRIPTION: Diocletian, Antioch, post-reform radiate fraction. 3,11 g, 19 mm. IMP CC VAL DIOCLETIANVS PF AVG., radiate draped bust right / CONCORDIA MILITVM, Prince standing right in military dress, receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter facing left, leaning on sceptre. Star over B in lower centre. Mintmark ANT. RIC VI 60a Antioch.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity.
Diocletian rose to power in 284 AD, marking the end of the chaotic "Crisis of the Third Century." Recognizing that the Roman Empire had become too vast and complex for a single ruler to manage effectively against internal revolts and external barbarian threats, he implemented a revolutionary administrative overhaul known as the Tetrarchy, or "Rule of Four." This system divided the empire into Eastern and Western halves, each governed by a senior emperor titled Augustus and a junior successor titled Caesar, aimed at ensuring both military stability and a clear line of succession.
Beyond restructuring the government, Diocletian launched extensive reforms to stabilize the Roman economy and social fabric. He reorganized the provincial system into smaller units and expanded the imperial bureaucracy to improve tax collection and military logistics. In an attempt to curb rampant inflation, he issued the Edict on Maximum Prices in 301 AD, which set price ceilings on thousands of goods and services. While this economic measure met with limited success and was often ignored, his military reforms effectively strengthened the borders and modernized the army’s structure.
Despite his administrative successes, Diocletian’s reign is also defined by the Great Persecution, the empire's last and bloodiest attempt to suppress Christianity. He viewed the growing religion as a threat to traditional Roman values and the divine authority of the state. However, his most unique legacy remains his voluntary abdication in 305 AD. He retired to his massive palace in Split (modern-day Croatia) to farm cabbages, famously claiming he found more peace in his garden than he ever did in the seat of power.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
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Culture
Modern Silver
Century/timeframe
3rd Century A.D
Name of object
Pendant with Diocletian Follis
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
