What is RIC VI Serdica 20?

RIC VI Serdica 20 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 20.

Galerius Aureus — RIC VI Serdica 20

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Serdica 20

Ruler

Galerius

Denomination

Aureus

Date

306 AD-307 AD

Mint

Serdica

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

PRINCIPI IV-VENTVTIS

Constantine I, 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 20 is an aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Serdica mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, 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 20?: RIC VI Serdica 20 is a Gold Aureus of Galerius (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 20.
How do you identify RIC VI Serdica 20?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding out globe right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to right, two ensigns with the inscription PRINCIPI IV-VENTVTIS. Portrait type: laureate.