RIC VI Aquileia 37a Maximian obverse — Head of Diocletian, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 37a 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 37a
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
303 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
9.28g
Diameter
27mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP DIOCLETIANVS P F AVG

Head of Diocletian, laureate, right

Reverse

SACR 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 37a is an ae1 of Maximian (303 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 9.28g, 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 37a?
RIC VI Aquileia 37a is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (303 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 37a.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 37a?
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 SACR MONET AVGG ET CAESS NOSTER. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 37a?
RIC VI Aquileia 37a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.28g, diameter 27mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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