RIC VI Treveri 137b Maximian obverse — Head of Maximian, laureate, right, sometimes seen from behind Obverse
RIC VI Treveri 137b Maximian reverse — Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, hol... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Treveri 137b
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
294 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
5.25g
Diameter
27mm
Die Axis
11 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG

Head of Maximian, laureate, right, sometimes seen from behind

Reverse

GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or 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 Treveri 137b is an ae1 of Maximian (294 AD), struck at the Treveri 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 5.25g, 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 Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Treveri 137b?
RIC VI Treveri 137b is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (294 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 137b.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 137b?
The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, laureate, right, sometimes seen from behind with the inscription IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. 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 or GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 137b?
RIC VI Treveri 137b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 5.25g, diameter 27mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

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