Maximian Fraction, Genius reverse
RIC VI Siscia 146 · 305 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP C M A MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
Head of Maximian, laureate, right
Reverse
GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI
Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Siscia 146 is a fraction of Maximian (305 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.12g, 19mm diameter.
About the Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Siscia 146?
- RIC VI Siscia 146 is a Bronze Fraction of Maximian (305 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Siscia 146.
- How do you identify RIC VI Siscia 146?
- The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, laureate, right with the inscription IMP C M A MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Siscia 146?
- RIC VI Siscia 146 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.12g, diameter 19mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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