RIC VI Aquileia 29a Maximian obverse — Head of Diocletian, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 29a Maximian reverse — Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left... Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Aquileia 29a
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
300 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
8.39g
Diameter
26mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG

Head of Diocletian, laureate, right

Reverse

SACRA MONET AVGG - ET CAESS NOSTER or SACRA MONET AVGG ET CAESS NOSTER or SACRA MONET AVG-G ET CAESS NOSTER

Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 29a is an ae1 of Maximian (300 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 8.39g, 26mm 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 29a?
RIC VI Aquileia 29a is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (300 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 29a.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 29a?
The obverse depicts Head of Diocletian, laureate, right with the inscription IMP DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription SACRA MONET AVGG - ET CAESS NOSTER or SACRA MONET AVGG ET CAESS NOSTER or SACRA MONET AVG-G ET CAESS NOSTER. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 29a?
RIC VI Aquileia 29a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.39g, diameter 26mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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