Galerius Uncertain Value, Diocletian reverse
RIC VI Siscia 47b · 294 AD-295 AD · Siscia · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
MAXIMIANVS CAESAR
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
VIRTVS M-ILITVM
Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure
About This Type
This RIC VI Siscia 47b is an uncertain value of Galerius, issued under 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 2.3g, 17mm 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 47b?
- RIC VI Siscia 47b is a Silver Uncertain Value of Galerius issued under Maximian (294 AD-295 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Siscia 47b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Siscia 47b?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription MAXIMIANVS CAESAR. The reverse depicts Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure with the inscription VIRTVS M-ILITVM. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Siscia 47b?
- RIC VI Siscia 47b was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.3g, diameter 17mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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