Galerius AE1, Jupiter reverse
RIC VI Siscia 179b · 305 AD-307 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantius Chlorus
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
IOVI CON-SERVAT
Jupiter, chlamys hanging from left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on spear with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Siscia 179b is an ae1 of Galerius, issued under Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-307 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, chlamys hanging from left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on spear with left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 8.99g, 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 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 179b?
- RIC VI Siscia 179b is a Bronze AE1 of Galerius issued under Constantius Chlorus (305 AD-307 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Siscia 179b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Siscia 179b?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, chlamys hanging from left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on spear with left hand with the inscription IOVI CON-SERVAT. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Siscia 179b?
- RIC VI Siscia 179b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.99g, diameter 27mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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