RIC VI Aquileia 31b Maximian obverse — Head of Maximian, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 31b 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 31b
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
301 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
9.16g
Diameter
27mm
Die Axis
5 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG

Head of Maximian, laureate, right

Reverse

SACRA MONET AVGG ET CAESS NOSTER

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

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 31b is an ae1 of Maximian (301 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 9.16g, 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 31b?
RIC VI Aquileia 31b is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (301 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 31b.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 31b?
The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, laureate, right with the inscription IMP MAXIMIANVS 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. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 31b?
RIC VI Aquileia 31b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.16g, diameter 27mm, die axis 5 h, struck.

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