RIC VI Treveri 406 Maximian obverse, Bust of Maximian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VI Treveri 406 Maximian reverse, Fortuna, draped, standing left (sometimes by wheel), holding rudder (or wand) over gl... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VI Treveri 406
Ruler
Maximian
Denomination
AE1
Date
300 AD-301 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
10.13g
Diameter
29mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IMP MAXIMIANVS P AVG

Bust of Maximian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FORTVNAE RE-DVCI CAESS NN

Fortuna, draped, standing left (sometimes by wheel), holding rudder (or wand) over globe and cornucopiae in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 406 is an ae1 of Maximian (300 AD-301 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Fortuna, draped, standing left (sometimes by wheel), holding rudder (or wand) over globe and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.13g, 29mm 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 406?
RIC VI Treveri 406 is a Bronze AE1 of Maximian (300 AD-301 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 406.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 406?
The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP MAXIMIANVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Fortuna, draped, standing left (sometimes by wheel), holding rudder (or wand) over globe and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription FORTVNAE RE-DVCI CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 406?
RIC VI Treveri 406 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.13g, diameter 29mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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