Severus II AE1, Fides reverse
RIC VI Aquileia 76a · 306 AD-307 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, Archäologie
Obverse
IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
FIDES MILITVM AVGG ET CAESS NN
Fides, draped, standing front, head left, holding standard in each hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Aquileia 76a is an ae1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing front, head left, holding standard in each hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 9.02g, 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 76a?
- RIC VI Aquileia 76a is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 76a.
- How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 76a?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing front, head left, holding standard in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILITVM AVGG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 76a?
- RIC VI Aquileia 76a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.02g, diameter 27mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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