What is RIC VI Serdica 19?

RIC VI Serdica 19 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 19.

Galerius Aureus — RIC VI Serdica 19

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Serdica 19

Ruler

Galerius

Denomination

Aureus

Date

306 AD-307 AD

Mint

Serdica

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

MAXIMINVS NOB C

Head of Maximinus Daia, laureate, right

Reverse

PRINCIPI IVV-ENTVTIS

Maximinus Daia, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding out globe right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to right, two ensigns

About This Type

This RIC VI Serdica 19 is an aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Serdica mint. The reverse depicts Maximinus Daia, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding out globe right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to right, two ensigns.

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 19?: RIC VI Serdica 19 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 19.
How do you identify RIC VI Serdica 19?: The obverse depicts Head of Maximinus Daia, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMINVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Maximinus Daia, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding out globe right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to right, two ensigns with the inscription PRINCIPI IVV-ENTVTIS. Portrait type: laureate.