What is RIC VI Aquileia 100a?

RIC VI Aquileia 100a is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 100a.

How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 100a?

The obverse depicts Bust of Maximinus Daia, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm with the inscription MAXIMINVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder with the inscription VIRTVS A-VGG ET CAESS NN or VIRTVS AV-GG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 100a?

RIC VI Aquileia 100a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.72g, diameter 28mm, die axis 5 h, struck.

Severus II AE1 — RIC VI Aquileia 100a

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VI Aquileia 100a

Ruler

Severus II

Denomination

AE1

Date

306 AD-307 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

8.72g

Diameter

28mm

Die Axis

5 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

MAXIMINVS NOB CAES

Bust of Maximinus Daia, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm

Reverse

VIRTVS A-VGG ET CAESS NN or VIRTVS AV-GG ET CAESS NN

Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 100a is an ae1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 8.72g, 28mm diameter.

About the AE1

AE1 is a modern size classification for large late Roman bronze coins with a diameter of 25mm or more. The term is used when the ancient denomination name is uncertain. Coins in this class include the large folles of Diocletian's reform and the heavy bronzes of the early Constantinian period.

About the Aquileia Mint

Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Aquileia 100a?: RIC VI Aquileia 100a is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 100a.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 100a?: The obverse depicts Bust of Maximinus Daia, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm with the inscription MAXIMINVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder with the inscription VIRTVS A-VGG ET CAESS NN or VIRTVS AV-GG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 100a?: RIC VI Aquileia 100a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.72g, diameter 28mm, die axis 5 h, struck.