Tetrarchy "Rule of Four" 4-Coin Follis Collection (NGC VF Certified) — Diocletian's Empire Fix
Authentic NGC VF-certified bronze follis 4-coin set captures Diocletian's genius Tetrarchy — 2 Augusti + 2 Caesars stabilize post-Crisis Rome (AD 284–311).
Tetrarchy Power Structure
• Diocletian (Jovius): East Augustus, system creator (284-305)
• Maximian (Herculius): West Augustus, Rhine defender (286-310)
• Galerius: East Caesar → Augustus, Persian victor (293-311)
• Constantius Chlorus: West Caesar → Augustus, Britain reconqueror (293-306)
Technical Specifications
• Material: Reformed bronze AE folles (large format)
• Denomination: Follis (Diocletian's new standard)
• Certification: NGC VF slabbed collection
• Mints: Multiple Tetrarchic facilities
System Innovation Essential
• 293 AD divides empire into 4 co-rulers
• Economic/military reforms end 50-year Crisis
• Abdication 305 → Constantine power grab begins
• Galerius 311 tolerance ends Christian persecution
Collector Masterpiece
Complete Tetrarchy narrative in 4 coins. Diocletian's administrative genius essential.
Note: Coins shown are representative examples of grade/type, not actual specimens. For NGC grading standards, see NGC Grading page.
