RIC VI Siscia 43b Maximian obverse — Head of Maximian, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Siscia 43b Maximian reverse — Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tri... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Siscia 43b
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
Uncertain Value
Date
294 AD-295 AD
Mint
Siscia
Metal
Silver
Weight
3.04g
Diameter
18mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

MAXIMIANVS AVG

Head of Maximian, laureate, right

Reverse

VIRTVS - MILITVM

Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure

About This Type

This RIC VI Siscia 43b is an uncertain value of Maximian (294 AD-295 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.04g, 18mm 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 43b?
RIC VI Siscia 43b is a Silver Uncertain Value of Maximian (294 AD-295 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Siscia 43b.
How do you identify RIC VI Siscia 43b?
The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS AVG. The reverse depicts Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure with the inscription VIRTVS - MILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Siscia 43b?
RIC VI Siscia 43b was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.04g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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