What is RIC VI Aquileia 77a?

RIC VI Aquileia 77a is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 77a.

How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 77a?

The obverse depicts Bust of Galerius, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm 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 77a?

RIC VI Aquileia 77a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.73g, diameter 28mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

Severus II AE1 — RIC VI Aquileia 77a

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VI Aquileia 77a

Ruler

Severus II

Denomination

AE1

Date

306 AD-307 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

9.73g

Diameter

28mm

Die Axis

7 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG

Bust of Galerius, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm

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 77a 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 9.73g, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Aquileia 77a?: RIC VI Aquileia 77a is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 77a.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 77a?: The obverse depicts Bust of Galerius, laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear (or sceptre) over right shoulder and shield on left arm 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 77a?: RIC VI Aquileia 77a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.73g, diameter 28mm, die axis 7 h, struck.