Constantius Chlorus AE1, Genius reverse
RIC VI Lugdunum 1 · 294 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
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Obverse
FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOB C
Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right
Reverse
GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI
Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Lugdunum 1 is an ae1 of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Maximian (294 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
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 Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Lugdunum 1?
- RIC VI Lugdunum 1 is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus issued under Maximian (294 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Lugdunum 1.
- How do you identify RIC VI Lugdunum 1?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right with the inscription FL VAL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
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