RIC VI Serdica 12b Galerius obverse — Head of Galerius, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Serdica 12b Galerius reverse — Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, pour... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Serdica 12b
Ruler
Galerius
Denomination
AE1
Date
305 AD-306 AD
Mint
Serdica
Metal
Bronze
Weight
9.66g
Diameter
27mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP C GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS P F AVG

Head of Galerius, laureate, right

Reverse

GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI

Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, pouring liquid from patera in right hand and holding cornucopiae in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Serdica 12b is an ae1 of Galerius (305 AD-306 AD), struck at the Serdica mint. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, pouring liquid from patera in right hand and holding cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 9.66g, 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 Serdica Mint

Serdica (modern Sofia, Bulgaria) was a late Roman mint that operated primarily during the Tetrarchy and Constantinian periods, serving the Balkan military zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Serdica 12b?
RIC VI Serdica 12b is a Bronze AE1 of Galerius (305 AD-306 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 12b.
How do you identify RIC VI Serdica 12b?
The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP C GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, pouring liquid from patera in right hand and holding cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Serdica 12b?
RIC VI Serdica 12b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.66g, diameter 27mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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