Galerius AE1, Genius reverse
RIC VI Serdica 4b · 303 AD-305 AD · Serdica · Issued under Diocletian
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES
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 4b is an ae1 of Galerius, issued under Diocletian (303 AD-305 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 9.09g, 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 4b?
- RIC VI Serdica 4b is a Bronze AE1 of Galerius issued under Diocletian (303 AD-305 AD) struck at the Serdica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Serdica 4b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Serdica 4b?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES. 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 4b?
- RIC VI Serdica 4b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.09g, diameter 27mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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