Maximian AE2, Genius reverse (RIC VI Lugdunum 253)

Catalog Reference

RIC VI Lugdunum 253

Ruler

Maximian

Issued under

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

307 AD-308 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C VAL MAXIMIANVS P F AVG

Bust of Maximian, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

GENIO - POP ROM

Genius, wearing modius, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; to left, altar

About This Type

This RIC VI Lugdunum 253 is an ae2 of Maximian, issued under Constantine I (307 AD-308 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; to left, altar.

About the AE2

AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.

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.

All Constantine I coins Lugdunum mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Lugdunum 253?: RIC VI Lugdunum 253 is a Bronze AE2 of Maximian issued under Constantine I (307 AD-308 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Lugdunum 253.
How do you identify RIC VI Lugdunum 253?: The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C VAL MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; to left, altar with the inscription GENIO - POP ROM. Portrait type: laureate.

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Maximian AE2, Genius reverse