What is RIC VI Serdica 16?

RIC VI Serdica 16 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 16.

Galerius Aureus — RIC VI Serdica 16

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Serdica 16

Ruler

Galerius

Denomination

Aureus

Date

306 AD-307 AD

Mint

Serdica

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP SEVERVS P F AVG

Head of Severus II, laureate, right

Reverse

CONSVL - AVGG NN

Severus II, laureate, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short baton in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Serdica 16 is an aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Serdica mint. The reverse depicts Severus II, laureate, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short baton in left hand.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Serdica 16?: RIC VI Serdica 16 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 16.
How do you identify RIC VI Serdica 16?: The obverse depicts Head of Severus II, laureate, right with the inscription IMP SEVERVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Severus II, laureate, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short baton in left hand with the inscription CONSVL - AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.