RIC VI Siscia 170b — Constantius Chlorus AE3
RIC VI Siscia 170b · 305 AD-306 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
GAL VAL MAXIMINVS NOB C
Head of Maximinus Daia, 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 170b is an ae3 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 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 2.35g, 20mm diameter.
About the AE3
AE3 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 17–21mm in diameter. It is the most common denomination class in the Constantinian period, encompassing the small nummi and reduced folles that circulated in enormous quantities. GLORIA EXERCITVS and camp gate types are typical AE3 reverses.
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 170b?
- RIC VI Siscia 170b is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-306 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Siscia 170b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Siscia 170b?
- The obverse depicts Head of Maximinus Daia, laureate, right with the inscription GAL VAL MAXIMINVS NOB C. 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 170b?
- RIC VI Siscia 170b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.35g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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