Maximian AE1, Genius reverse
RIC VI Lugdunum 164a · 301 AD-303 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
CONSTANTIVS NOB C
Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI or GENIO PO-PVLI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-LI 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 164a is an ae1 of Maximian (301 AD-303 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. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 6.72g, 26mm 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 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 164a?
- RIC VI Lugdunum 164a is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (301 AD-303 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Lugdunum 164a.
- How do you identify RIC VI Lugdunum 164a?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription 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 or GENIO PO-PVLI ROMANI or GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Lugdunum 164a?
- RIC VI Lugdunum 164a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 6.72g, diameter 26mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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