RIC VI Aquileia 24b Maximian obverse — Head of Galerius, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 24b Maximian reverse — Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, hol... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Aquileia 24b
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
296 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
9.03g
Diameter
27mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES

Head of Galerius, laureate, right

Reverse

GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI

Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 24b is an ae1 of Maximian (296 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 9.03g, 27mm 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Aquileia 24b?
RIC VI Aquileia 24b is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (296 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 24b.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 24b?
The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 24b?
RIC VI Aquileia 24b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.03g, diameter 27mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Identify your own coins

Upload a photo and get instant attribution powered by our catalog of 80,000+ ancient coin types.

Try Coin Identification