The Age of Chaos, also known as the Crisis of the Third Century, was a fifty-year period
of extreme volatility that almost saw the disintegration of the mighty Roman Empire. No
fewer than 20 would-be emperors claimed the throne, a veritable parade of usurpers,
most of whom were dead within a year or two. The empire splintered into three rival
states vying for ultimate power, barbarians of every stripe invaded almost constantly,
and the so-called Plague of Cyprian killed off those emperors (and soldiers) who did not
meet a violent end. The Age of Chaos did not end until Diocletian assumed command
in 284, closing the book on five decades of near-anarchy. He ruled with an iron fist,
stamping out Christians where he could. He is best remembered today for his Palace, an
architectural model for the Adam houses of the late 19th century.
Certificate of Authenticity
Dominate refers to the era of Roman history from the beginning of the Diocletian
reforms in 284 through the fall of the Western Empire in 476, and derives from the form
of address preferred by emperors during that period.
This is a genuine ancient Roman bronze coin struck during the reign of Diocletian. The
obverse is a portrait of the Emperor. The various reverses feature mythological and
military themes. W: 2.5-10.5 g |D: 19.8-27.5 mm
Box packaging
available. Images
shown in CH XF
The coin images used are not to scale and are for illustration purpose only. Available as a single NGC
certified slab or beautifully displayed in a deluxe case. The box case is accompanied with a story card,
certificate of authenticity, and a black gift box.
* Available in various grades.
* Slab box measures: 4 21/64" x 5 9/32 " x 1 3/8"