RIC VI Aquileia 30b Maximian obverse — Head of Galerius, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 30b Maximian reverse — Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Aquileia 30b
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
300 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
10.77g
Diameter
28mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES

Head of Galerius, 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 30b 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 10.77g, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Aquileia 30b?
RIC VI Aquileia 30b is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (300 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 30b.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 30b?
The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES. 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 30b?
RIC VI Aquileia 30b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.77g, diameter 28mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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