Constantius Chlorus AE1, Genius reverse
RIC VI Ticinum 30a · 295 AD-296 AD · Ticinum · Issued under Maximian
Obverse
CONSTANTIVS NOB CAES
Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right
Reverse
GENIO POPV-LI 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 Ticinum 30a is an ae1 of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Maximian (295 AD-296 AD), struck at the Ticinum 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.
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 Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Ticinum 30a?
- RIC VI Ticinum 30a is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus issued under Maximian (295 AD-296 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Ticinum 30a.
- How do you identify RIC VI Ticinum 30a?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTIVS NOB CAES. 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 POPV-LI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
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